Audit Accountant

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Profit sharing
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

Audit Accountant

At , we believe a career in public accounting should be more than just busy seasons and billable hours. We are one of West Michigan's longest-standing full-service CPA firms, but what truly sets us apart is our people-first culture, collaborative environment, and commitment to helping our team members grow both professionally and personally.

Here, we operate as "One Firm" with a shared vision and team mentality. We believe the best client service happens when people support one another, communicate openly, and work together across departments and offices. Whether you are just beginning your career or bringing years of experience to the table, you will be surrounded by a team that values mentorship, innovation, accountability, and relationship-building.

At Brickley DeLong, you are not limited to one narrow career path. Our team members gain exposure to a wide variety of industries, clients, and service areas while having opportunities to grow into leadership roles, expand their technical knowledge, and make a meaningful impact both within the firm and throughout the West Michigan community.

We work hard and take pride in delivering exceptional service to our clients, but we also recognize the importance of flexibility, family, personal growth, and maintaining a positive workplace culture. We are continually investing in our people, technology, processes, and future because we believe strong teams create strong client relationships.

If you are looking for a firm where your voice matters, your growth is encouraged, and your team genuinely wants to see you succeed, we would love to connect with you.

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for a full-time position within our Audit & Assurance department. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals while gaining hands-on exposure to a variety of industries and engagement types including business, construction, governmental, school districts, nonprofit, and employee benefit plan clients.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, building client relationships, working collaboratively with a team, and continuing to grow their technical accounting and auditing knowledge in a fast-paced public accounting environment.

Status: Full-Time
FLSA: Exempt

Basic Responsibilities (including but not limited to)

• Heavy involvement in audit and attestation engagements
• Assist with planning and performing audit, review, and compilation engagements
• Participate in special projects and client engagements as assigned
• Work directly with clients to gather information and provide support throughout engagements
• Prepare and organize workpapers and supporting documentation
• Collaborate with team members across multiple engagement types and industries

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting (Required)

Desired Experience

• 0-2 years of public accounting experience preferred
• Microsoft Excel experience preferred

Desired Skills

• Experience planning and performing audit, review, and compilation engagements preferred
• Exposure to business, construction, governmental (including schools), nonprofit, and employee benefit plan clients preferred
• Ability to respond innovatively and constructively to client needs
• Ability to recognize networking and practice development opportunities
• Ability to effectively gain the confidence, respect, and cooperation of clients
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Desire to help develop the technical skills of fellow team members
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage deadlines effectively
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality client service

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Assistance
• Vision Insurance

Schedule

Monday - Friday

Supplemental Pay

• Bonus pay available for hours worked beyond 2080 annually

License/Certification

• Driver's License

Brickley DeLong is a full-service public accounting and business consulting firm serving your West Michigan accounting needs with offices in Grand Haven, Grand Rapids, Hart, and Muskegon. For over 40 years, our focus has been on our clients, our people, and our community.

WHY BD?

Your Future Starts Here

Brickley DeLong is a top 10 CPA Firm in West Michigan. You will be an essential part of our team, providing services in assurance, tax, consulting and more. At our Firm, you will gain a wide range of experiences allowing you to discover your interests; you will mold your career path and become one of the area's most trusted business advisors.

Brickley DeLong is committed to developing and rewarding its greatest asset, its employees. We are continually building a team of professionals who are challenged to accept new responsibilities while upholding the highest level of integrity, innovation, and dedication to the Firm and its clients. We value hard work at Brickley DeLong, but we recognize the significance of opportunities for growth and work-life balance. Our focus is not only on quality of work, but on quality of life, which is why we care about our employees and their families. We believe that happy employees produce a strong work ethic, superb teamwork, and lasting client relationships.