Audit Associate

Benefits:

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Pattillo, Brown & Hill, L.L.P. is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Audit Associate to join our Government Assurance, Consulting & Advisory team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional who is ready to learn and grow within a supportive, high-performing environment.

As an Audit Associate, you will participate in annual audits for a variety of local government clients. You will assist in the preparation of financial statements, contribute to audit planning, and begin building your technical auditing skills. This role is designed to foster collaboration, development, and meaningful client relationships from the very beginning of your career.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in annual audits, primarily focused on local governments

Participate in financial statement preparation and contribute to engagement planning

Perform technical audit work while building your skills through on-the-job training

Support a positive client experience by communicating professionally with client staff and management

Work closely with your team to identify and resolve issues during audit engagements

Contribute creative thinking and curiosity to help strengthen client service and support firm growth

Qualifications

Bachelors or masters degree in accounting, or actively working toward completion

Zero to two years of recent and relevant experience in public accounting or external audit

Strong organizational skills, communication abilities, and a willingness to learn

Ability to manage multiple tasks and timelines in a dynamic work environment

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Working toward or planning to meet the education requirements for CPA certification is encouraged

CPA license is a plus

Availability to work additional hours as needed and travel to client sites

Additional Skills and Attributes

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to build positive working relationships and contribute to a team culture

Strong time management and delegation skills

Positive attitude, a desire to learn, and enthusiasm for growing your career with PB&H

Why PB&H?

At Pattillo, Brown & Hill, we believe in innovation, integrity, and balance. These values guide how we support our clients and each other. Our team is collaborative, client-focused, and committed to continuous learning. We value your development and success, and we take pride in building a workplace where people enjoy their work, grow professionally, and make a meaningful impact.

This position offers hybrid flexibility available based on performance and operational needs.