Atherton & Associates, LLP. Tax, Assurance & Consulting · 12 hours ago
Audit/Assurance Associate
Modesto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$62K/yr - $62K/yrAtherton & Associates, LLP is a quality firm located in Modesto, California, committed to providing high-level service to clients. They are seeking an entry-level Audit/Assurance Associate to perform audit fieldwork, analyze financial statements, and engage with clients while leveraging technology in a variety of industries.
AccountingConsultingEmployee BenefitsFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Ability to focus on complex tasks, understand the Firm’s comprehensive compliance process and persevere to bring work to completion for review
Perform audit fieldwork – assist with testing, walkthroughs, and risk assessments that help validate the integrity of financial records
Analyze financial statements – learn how to spot discrepancies, evaluate performance, and understand the story behind the numbers
Engage with clients – build relationships with CFOs, controllers, and business owners while gaining communication confidence
Leverage technology – use cloud-based audit platforms and data tools that streamline workflow and sharpen your tech skills
Experience a variety of clients – From nonprofits and manufacturers to healthcare groups and real estate firms – you’ll never be stuck in a routine
Takes responsibility for service quality, thoroughness, and accuracy
Develops or offers a proposed solution when communicating an issue
Works autonomously under the pressure of tight deadlines and multiple priorities
Recognizes the importance of professional growth activities of the firm and starts to develop a peer network
Ability to organize facts, analyze and interpret information/research according to client circumstances
Identifies and develops alternatives for issues and consults with engagement team
Masters the Firm’s software, research technology tools and related products to accomplish work efficiently
Able to work extended hours as needed during peak busy periods or as needed to meet deadlines
Qualification
Required
Adequate semester units to sit for the CPA exam
Conferred or seeking B.A./B.S. degree in Business Administration, concentration in accounting preferred. Will also consider mathematics, finance, economics
Ability to lead, prioritize, thrive, and adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Excellent project management, analytical, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Superior client service with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously (multi-task)
Has a strong conviction and holds to the Firm's core values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence, Innovation, and Teamwork
Preferred
Will consider part-time employment opportunities for students still in school, junior and senior status
Benefits
Comprehensive medical coverage
401(k) + employer match
Health + childcare FSA
Seasonal flex days
CPA exam perks
Team events
Vacation, sick + holiday PTO
"Dress for Your Day" policy
Volunteer opportunities
Career Advancement Paths
Mentorship
Company
Atherton & Associates, LLP. Tax, Assurance & Consulting
Atherton & Associates, LLP was founded almost a century ago by the merger of two of the area's most successful accounting firms.
Founded in 1925
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Craig Schaurer, CPA
Tax Partner
Janet Pelton, CPA
Estate and Trust Partner
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