Public Sector (Government / Not-for-Profit) Audit Associate jobs in United States
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Whitley Penn · 1 day ago

Public Sector (Government / Not-for-Profit) Audit Associate

positionHouston, TX
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry Level
date1+ years exp

Whitley Penn is one of the region’s most distinguished and fastest growing public accounting firms, providing exceptional service beyond traditional accounting. The Audit Associate will participate in audit engagements, perform external audit procedures, and build client relationships while developing knowledge of the firm and its services.

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Responsibilities

Participate on projects and engagements, where you will grow your accounting and business knowledge and learn the firm’s audit engagement process
Perform external audit procedures on financial statements and internal controls
Identify, measure, and analyze data
Learn to communicate, build relationships, and proactively work with clients to gather information needed to conduct assignments in an organized and efficient way
Learn how engagement budgets connect to firm financial results and how to manage your personal billable hours to engagement budgets
Develop knowledge of the firm, including its professional capabilities and our client service philosophy
Participate in community organizations/events through volunteer and networking opportunities

Qualification

Public accounting experienceCPA certificationGovernmental auditing standardsRisk assessment knowledgeEagerness to learnCommunication skillsTeam player

Required

1 – 3 years of public accounting external audit experience, preferably public sector
Bachelor's degree in Accounting; Master's degree preferred
CPA certification or CPA eligibility with certification in progress
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be highly dedicated with a positive attitude and a team player who takes initiative and has an eagerness to learn and acquire new skills and knowledge

Preferred

Preferred knowledge of Generally Accepted Governmental Auditing Standards
Preferred knowledge of GASB Basic Financial Statements for State and Local Governments
Preferred knowledge of risk assessment in the governmental accounting environment

Benefits

Firm Paid Medical Insurance (Free Employee Only Coverage on 2 of 3 plans)
Voluntary Dental and Vision Insurance
17 Annual Firm holidays, including extended breaks around July 4th and year-end
20 days PTO
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
401(k) with Profit Sharing
Discretionary Bonus Program
Firm Paid Becker CPA Review Course & Reimbursement for Exam Fees
Health & Wellness Program
Pet Insurance

Company

Whitley Penn

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Whitley Penn is a Texas-based full service public accounting firm.
dateFounded in 1983
location
Dallas, Texas, USA
people-size501-1000 employees
web-link
http://www.whitleypenn.com/

H1B Sponsorship

Whitley Penn has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2024 (3)
2022 (2)
2021 (3)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Nathen McEown
Chief Executive Officer
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Mark Topel
Tax Partner
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Recent News

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Toombs, Hall & Foster, L.L.P. Joins Whitley Penn
2026-01-03
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Whitley Penn Celebrates the Career of Larry Autrey
2025-12-01
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Whitley Penn Announces New Partners for 2026
2025-11-11
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