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Williams, Adley & Company-DC, LLP · 20 hours ago

Audit Associate

Washington, DC

Full-time

Hybrid

New Grad, Entry Level

$62K/yr - $65K/yr

Williams Adley is a trusted provider of accounting, auditing, and consulting services to government agencies. They are seeking a motivated Audit Associate to perform financial statement and performance audits, assist in conducting fieldwork, and prepare audit reports and supporting workpapers.

AccountingConsultingManagement ConsultingRisk Management

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Perform testing procedures under the direction and supervision of the Senior Associate

Assist in planning and executing federal financial statement audits in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS)

Perform substantive testing and analytical procedures on general ledger balances, journal entries, and financial disclosures

Review account reconciliations, trial balances, and supporting documentation for accuracy, completeness, and proper classification

Assist in the preparation of audit documentation and workpapers that support audit conclusions

Identify, document, and communicate control deficiencies, potential misstatements, and noncompliance issues to Senior Associates

Participate in walkthroughs and client meetings to obtain an understanding of financial systems, business processes, and internal controls

Qualification

Generally Accepted Accounting PrinciplesMicrosoft ExcelAudit documentationAnalytical skillsWritten communicationVerbal communicationEthicsOrganizational skillsDetail-orientedTeam collaborationIntegrity

Required

Bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university

Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale

U.S. citizenship

Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally, up to 25% as needed

Ability to provide official or unofficial transcripts upon request

Foundational understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and a willingness to develop knowledge of AICPA, GAO (Yellow Book), and FASAB standards and requirements

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet tight deadlines

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to clarity and professionalism

Proven analytical, organizational, and detail-oriented skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Commitment to the highest standards of ethics, integrity, and objectivity, with the ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment

This position requires a U.S. Secret Security Clearance. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance as a condition of employment. An interim Secret Clearance must be granted prior to starting work

Preferred

Master's degree in accounting or business administration from an accredited university

Eligibility to sit for the CPA exam, or intent to pursue CPA licensure

Internship or prior experience in auditing, accounting, or financial management, especially within a federal agency, Inspector General office, or public accounting firm

Familiarity with the U.S. Standard General Ledger (USSGL) or federal accounting concepts under FASAB standards

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Firm-paid Basic Life/AD&D insurance

Voluntary Legal, Accident, and Supplemental Life/AD&D insurance

Competitive 401(k) matching

Generous paid leave

Professional development opportunities

Tuition assistance

Certificate support

Company

Williams, Adley & Company-DC, LLP

At Williams Adley, we help federal clients around the globe navigate today’s daunting financial and regulatory waters—minimizing their risk and enabling them to spend with efficiency, integrity, and confidence.

Founded in 1982