In-Charge Audit Associate

About Us: 

A Top 100 Firm, Brown Edwards provides assurance, tax and business advisory services to a diverse clientele. With a firm-wide staff of more than 350 professionals, our accounting firm is one of the largest independent CPA firms in the Virginia / West Virginia / Tennessee. We support individuals and businesses in a wide range of industries. Our success is directly attributable to an unyielding commitment to excellence in every aspect of our work.

As an In Charge Audit Associate, you will work under the direction of an engagement team leader, tackle more challenging audit work, and perform research. You’ll also take on more responsibility for client service as you move toward greater technical competency and efficiency. In Charge Associates are exposed to many niches and specialties to round out knowledge and skills. Partners, Directors, and Managers provide direction, training, and professional guidance as you grow your career with us.

What Your Day Looks Like:

• Review the adequacy of client's internal control systems, document the system for our files, and perform testing to verify the accuracy of the data provided.
• Import client data to our workpaper files.
• Prepare workpapers and post entries to our working trial balance.
• Prepare drafts of client's financial statements if needed.
• May be responsible for some engagements, reporting directly to the Director or Partner.
• Perform other essential duties as needed

 What You Need for This Role:

• 2+ years of public accounting experience and Bachelor's or Master's degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working towards CPA designation.
• Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with Firm technology and software applications (knowledge of ProSystems, XCM, and Engagement are a plus).
• Basic knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, SSARS, and financial statement disclosures.

 What You Can Expect from Us:

• Full benefits package including: medical, dental, vision, FSA and HSA, and 401K retirement savings
• Competitive salary and annual evaluations with compensation adjustment opportunity
• Firm-wide Recognition and Rewards platform to support our culture of year-round positive feedback and communication
• Profit Share program
• Flexible work arrangements with generous PTO
• “Dress for Your Day” policy
• Educational support programs to help you achieve your goal of passing the CPA Exam, and a Continuing Professional Education (CPE) program for all full time Associates
• Participation in professional and civic organizations is encouraged through membership dues reimbursement. Brown Edwards is proud to be deeply involved in many charitable organizations that give back to our communities.
• Collaborative work groups or “niches” provide opportunity to work closely with Directors and Partners, allowing you to learn, grow, and build your career. Brown Edwards offers a progressive career path that allows rapid upward movement for the motivated Associate.