Job description
The Company:
Whitley Penn is a Texas-based full-service public accounting firm. With offices in Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, Plano, and Texas City, 63 partners, more than 500 employees, and a worldwide network affiliation via Nexia International, the firm is strategically positioned for continued growth both locally and internationally.
Our steady growth over the past 35 years reflects our knack for hiring individuals with talent and integrity, and our ability to stay one step ahead of the issues our clients face in an ever-changing business landscape.
More Than a Job: We're actively seeking an Audit Associate in various office locations.
We have a commitment to a happy, healthy and productive workplace. We act on this commitment via our FitWhit program, an extensive wellness program uniquely designed to meet the health and wellness needs of busy professionals.
We offer a competitive benefits package and 401k with discretionary profit sharing.
We place an emphasis on our open door policy. Whether someone is brand new or has been with the Firm from the beginning, we are all part of the same family and each person matters.
Our Ideal Candidate Likely Has:
Bachelors' degree in accounting, Master's degree is preferred
Must have 6 months - 1 year of experience in public accounting and in Audit
CPA eligible
Minimum of 3.0/4.0 cumulative and accounting GPA
Good communication skills and professional presence
Highly dedicated with a positive attitude
Team player who takes initiative and is willing to learn.
Willing to travel up to 30%
As an Audit Associate, You Will:
Assigned to client engagements and gain real-life business experiences by performing external audit procedures on financial statements and internal controls.
Responsible for reviewing data, researching and responding to various issues.
Take part in staff meetings and learn about the world of accounting and our client service philosophy.
Why Should You Apply?
Competitive salary and great benefits.
Exciting career path with opportunities for advancement.
Culture focused on an open and collaborative atmosphere.
Leadership dedicated to playing a key role in your success.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)