Audit Associate - Public Accounting

Salary: $60,000-$80,000+, depending on experience and CPA credentials Employment Type: Full-Time About the Opportunity We are partnering with an established public accounting firm in the Orlando area to hire an Audit Associate to join its growing audit and assurance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional who wants hands‑on audit experience, direct exposure to clients, and the opportunity to grow into leading engagements. The firm offers the close‑knit environment of a smaller CPA practice, where team members have the opportunity to take on meaningful responsibility and develop their skills without getting lost in a large organization. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of audit experience , although recent accounting graduates and candidates with up to four years of experience will also be considered. What You'll Do Assist with planning and performing financial statement audits, reviews, and compilations Execute audit procedures and perform substantive testing Test and document internal controls Analyze account balances, financial statements, and supporting documentation Prepare clear, accurate, and organized audit workpapers Assist with drafting audit findings, recommendations, and client deliverables Communicate directly with clients to obtain documentation and resolve accounting questions Work closely with partners and other members of the audit team throughout engagements Manage multiple assignments and deadlines during busy periods Gain increasing responsibility with the opportunity to eventually lead audit engagements Assist with tax-related work as needed What We're Looking For Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field Audit experience strongly preferred; public accounting experience is a plus Approximately 0-4 years of professional experience, with 1-2 years of audit experience being ideal Recent accounting graduates with a strong interest in audit are encouraged to apply Understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and audit concepts Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Ability to communicate professionally with clients and colleagues Comfortable working in an on-site, collaborative environment in the Orlando area Nice to Have Experience auditing nonprofit organizations CPA license, CPA eligibility, or progress toward completing the CPA exam Exposure to tax preparation Experience with CCH or similar public accounting software Why Consider This Opportunity? $60,000-$80,000+ base salary , depending on experience and credentials 4 weeks of PTO starting from day one SIMPLE IRA with a 3% employer match Potential assistance with CPA exam expenses Direct access to experienced partners and leadership Opportunity to develop from supporting audits to eventually leading engagements Established firm with approximately 30 years in public accounting Small, collaborative team environment where your contributions are visible and valued This is an on-site position in the Maitland/Orlando area , and candidates should currently reside within commuting distance. Relocation is not preferred. If you're looking to build your audit career in a smaller public accounting environment where you can gain broad experience, work directly with experienced professionals, and take on more responsibility as you grow, we'd love to connect. #J-18808-Ljbffr NextPlay Jobs