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

Public Sector (Government / Not-for-Profit) Audit Associate Job Category: AUDIT Requisition Number: PUBLI004642 Job Type: Full Time Location: TX Houston, 3737 Buffalo Speedway Ste 1600, Houston, TX 77098, USA Job Specifics Title: Audit Associate – Public Sector Classification: Full‑time; Exempt Department: Audit – Public Sector Office Expectations/Hours: Fully on‑site/client site; Monday – Friday, 8 h/day between8 am to5 pm with overtime as needed. What Will You Do? Participate on projects and engagements, growing accounting and business knowledge and learning the firm’s audit engagement process Perform external audit procedures on financial statements and internal controls Identify, measure, and analyze data Communicate, build relationships, and proactively work with clients to gather information for assignments in an organized and efficient way Learn how engagement budgets connect to firm financial results and manage your personal billable hours within budgets Develop knowledge of the firm’s professional capabilities and 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 Highly dedicated, positive attitude, team player who takes initiative and is eager to learn 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 and 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