Ascend · 1 month ago
Experienced Audit Associate
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$68K/yr - $75K/yr
0+ years expAscend is a tax, accounting, and advisory platform dedicated to empowering individuals and businesses to reach their financial goals. The Audit Associate is responsible for performing various aspects of attest engagements across diverse industries while working under supervision and gaining valuable experience alongside senior staff and Partners.
AdviceConsultingFinance
Responsibilities
Learn about the profession and stay current with professional standards
Develop a solid understanding of effective workpaper principles and their application
Document audit findings clearly and concisely, ensuring proper referencing to source data
Gain knowledge in audit theory, including financial statement assertions and double-entry accounting principles
Complete assigned audit sections, demonstrating the ability to assess and resolve common issues
Participate in engagement planning, risk assessment, and scheduling activities
Work on audits, reviews, and compilation engagements across various industries
Utilize research tools to address accounting issues, applying the Accounting Standards Codification effectively
Communicate proactively with team members and clients to ensure smooth engagement progress
Build knowledge of different business industries and understand related accounting implications
Attend professional networking events and continuing education sessions to enhance technical and professional skills
Balance supervisory guidance with independent problem-solving and decision-making throughout engagements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
Ability to travel occasionally for client engagements
Flexibility to work extended hours when necessary
Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills, with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines
Capable of working independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment
Preferred
Actively working toward obtaining a CPA license
0–3 years' experience in public accounting
Company
Ascend
Ascend is a consulting firm that helps CPAs reach their goals.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.02M2025-02-14Seed· $2.02M
Leadership Team
Erin Stahmer
Co-Founder & Chief People Officer
David Fulcher
Chief Financial Officer
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