Public Sector (Government / Not-for-Profit) Audit Associate

Public Sector (Government / Not-for-Profit) Audit Associate Job Category : AUDIT Requisition Number : PUBLI004620 Locations TX Fort Worth 640 Taylor St Ste 2200 Ft Worth, TX 76102, USA TX Plano 5908 Headquarters Dr #300 Plano, TX 75024, USA Job Specifics Title: Audit Associate – Public Sector Classification: Full-time; Exempt Department: Audit – Public Sector Office Expectations/Hours: Fully in-office/on client site position; general work schedule is Monday – Friday, 8 hours/day between 8am to 5pm with overtime, as needed. What Will You Do? Participate on projects and engagements, where you will grow your accounting and business knowledge and learn the firm’s audit engagement process Perform external audit procedures on financial statements and internal controls Identify, measure, and analyze data Learn to communicate, build relationships, and proactively work with clients to gather information needed to conduct assignments in an organized and efficient way Learn how engagement budgets connect to firm financial results and how to manage your personal billable hours to engagement budgets Develop knowledge of the firm, including its professional capabilities and our client service philosophy Participate in community organizations/events through volunteer and networking opportunities What Do You Need to Get Here? 1 – 2 years of public accounting external audit experience Bachelor's degree in Accounting; Master's degree preferred CPA certification or CPA eligibility with certification in progress Preferred knowledge of Generally Accepted Governmental Auditing Standards Preferred knowledge of GASB Basic Financial Statements for State and Local Governments Preferred knowledge of risk assessment in the governmental accounting environment Excellent written and verbal communication skills Must be highly dedicated with a positive attitude and a team player who takes initiative and has an eagerness to learn and acquire new skills and knowledge Why Should You Join Us? Firm Paid Medical Insurance (Free Employee Only Coverage on 2 of 3 plans) Voluntary Dental and Vision Insurance 17 Annual Firm holidays, with extended breaks around July 4th and year end 20 days PTO for Salaried Employees Paid Maternity and Parental Leave 401(k) with Profit Sharing Discretionary Bonus Program Firm Paid Becker CPA Review Course & Reimbursement for Exam Fees Health & Wellness Program Pet Insurance Whitley Penn is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to age, race, creed, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Whitley Penn is a participant in E-Verify please follow the link to review disclosure notifications: All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr