Audit Staff Accountant - Fresno 2026

Job Description

Job Description

Kickstart your journey at Brown Armstrong, a distinguished CPA firm that prides itself on delivering exceptional audit accounting services across various sectors. With offices throughout California, we're dedicated to upholding transparency and accountability, ensuring our clients meet the highest financial standards. We're on the hunt for a Staff Accountant eager to tackle challenges and excel in a dynamic environment, contributing to the success of our Fresno office. Join our team and contribute to complex audits with integrity and precision, making a significant impact at Brown Armstrong, where excellence is not just expected, it's achieved.

Position : Staff Accountant (or Internship)

Schedule : Full-time, Part-time, and Internships (Part-time positions available if still pursuing education requirements)

Location : Fresno, CA

Essential Functions and Key Responsibilities:

• Perform Detailed Audit Procedures : Under the mentorship of senior staff, carry out detailed audit testing procedures to ensure compliance and accuracy in financial reporting. This includes utilizing advanced audit tools and methodologies to assess financial records and operations.
• Financial Analysis and Reporting : Analyze financial data to prepare accurate account entries and financial statements. This involves a deep dive into financial records to identify and correct discrepancies, ensuring financial reports reflect true and fair views.
• Project Management and Execution : With guidance from senior team members, manage and execute accounting and auditing projects, adhering to established guidelines and documentation requirements. Demonstrate the ability to prioritize tasks, managing multiple projects efficiently to meet deadlines without compromising on quality.
• Quality Control and Review : Take on review responsibilities as delegated by supervisors, focusing on delivering high-quality, timely, and within-budget audit outcomes. Employ a meticulous approach to reviewing financial documents and reports, ensuring they meet the stringent standards of governmental auditing.
• Communication and Problem-Solving : Maintain open lines of communication with leadership and team members, reporting on progress and challenges encountered. Proactively suggest innovative solutions to problems and contribute to resolving client issues, enhancing client satisfaction and trust.
• Diverse Accounting Responsibilities : Adapt to a variety of accounting tasks as required, demonstrating flexibility and a broad skill set in accounting practices and principles. This includes a willingness to take on new challenges and continuously expand your expertise.
• Business Development and Community Engagement : Actively participate in initiatives aimed at growing the firm's business and enhancing its presence in the professional and local community. Represent the firm at events, showcasing a commitment to professional excellence and community involvement.

Requirements:

• Progressing towards obtaining a CA Certified Public Accountant (CPA) License.
• Educational qualifications align with CPA license requirements.
• Travel may be required for audit engagements or Inter-office.

What We Offer:

• Paid vacation and quarterly recharge days.
• Comprehensive benefits: 100% Paid Health Insurance for the employee, Dental, Vision, Supplementary Insurance, and 401(k).
• Perks: Paid training, gym membership, CPA exam bonus up to $5,000, time off for CPA exams, referral bonuses, and complimentary CPA study materials.
• Supportive work environment fostering teamwork and innovation.
• Career growth opportunities, such as pathways to senior roles or continuous professional development.
• Competitive Pay Transparency: Range starting at $26.00/hour base, PLUS paid overtime and additional bonuses.

Be a part of our dynamic team!

Brown Armstrong champions diversity and inclusion and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay Transparency Disclosure: The finalized compensation for this position will be established considering the educational background, prior experience in public accounting, and the specific skill set of the chosen candidate.

Work Authorization Requirement: Please note that this position is open to candidates who are legally authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to provide sponsorship for employment visas now or in the future for this role.