Audit Associate

SEARCH Group Partners is seeking an Audit Associate for a large CPA firm located in downtown Salt Lake City.

The client is seeking an audit professional who has a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting (or a related field) supported by 1-3 years of audit work experience. The auditor will join the ever-growing audit team and be involved in all aspects of audit, attest, compilation and review engagements. Competitive candidates will have a thorough understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and complex audit procedures and techniques.

Here are a few things you'll likely find yourself doing in this role...

• Working directly with the audit partner to conduct financial statement audits, attest, compilation and review engagements
• Assisting in the design and implementation of audit procedures
• Developing specific, customized procedures and budgets
• Preparing financial statements and footnote disclosures in accordance with GAAP
• Acquiring a strong working knowledge of the client's business
• Resolving technical issues

Here's What you need to have...

• Advanced knowledge and experience with accounting and auditing procedures
• Creative and agile thinking with a genuine interest in growth and development
• Excellent project and time management skills with the ability to communicate engagement progress in a timely manner
• Strong communication and reporting skills
• Ability to work both independently and in teams, to problem solve and efficiently deliver high-quality work within time constraints
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple engagements simultaneously
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel
• 1-3 years of accounting experience
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or related field
• CPA license or eligibility is a plus.

BENEFITS:

• 401(k), Health/Dental/Vision Insurance, PTO, Parental Leave, Paid Holidays

About SEARCH Group Partners: SGP provides professional talent acquisition and consulting services. The services we offer include temporary, temporary-to-hire, permanent placement, executive search, consulting, interim management transitions, on-site solutions, outsourcing, talent development and human resources. SGP believes in and understands the importance of investing time into both our clients and candidates. We know what it takes to forge successful, professional, long-lasting relationships and partnerships. We represent an exclusive network of professionals and take the time to get to know every one of our clients and candidates personally.

At SEARCH Group Partners, we celebrate and support diversity and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer. In order to comply with federal regulations, we maintain records of the race and gender of applicants. For this reason and this reason only, we ask that you indicate your gender, race and ethnicity. If you do choose to answer these questions, this information will not affect your being considered for employment opportunities for which you are qualified.