Audit Staff

About the role

Frost, PLLC, a CPA firm based in Arkansas with clients across many industries, is hiring an Audit Staff member in Raleigh. You will work with experienced audit staff and partners, completing nationwide fieldwork for operational and financial audits, preparing work papers with conclusions and recommendations, and helping organizations represent their financial performance.

Key responsibilities

• Complete audit testing on client financial statement segments such as cash, accounts payable and accounts receivable, obtaining sufficient appropriate evidence with a focus on audit quality and professional skepticism.
• Prepare clear work papers documenting work performed, results obtained and conclusions, and document recommendations for client correspondence.
• Work independently and collaboratively, assisting with fieldwork for operational and financial audits.
• Demonstrate the ability to identify issues and apply accounting principles and auditing procedures, and show a foundational understanding of the computer systems used in audit preparation.
• Build positive working relationships with client staff and maintain professional skepticism, considering alternative and disconfirming evidence.
• Identify and document risks, issues and conclusions, consulting team members and escalating matters beyond your own experience.
• Keep senior team members informed of significant developments and progress, and take responsibility for assigned audit areas from start to finish, including note clearance and closing the audit file.
• Maintain at least 40 hours of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) each calendar year and comply with firm practice management procedures.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field.
• Foundational knowledge of GAAP and other accounting topics and governing entities.
• Ability to travel nationally to client sites (40-60 nights per calendar year).
• Current, valid driver's license.
• Ability to work extended hours during the busy season.

Required skills

• Good communication, listening and problem-solving skills, including asking questions.
• Expertise in GAAP, financial reporting and auditing standards.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation and generous paid time off.
• Medical, dental and vision benefits, and paid life and disability insurance.
• Hybrid working environment (office required for the first 6 months), company-provided equipment and education reimbursement.
• 401(k) retirement, coaching and mentoring program, internal leasing opportunities, and paid membership to professional groups.
• Paid CPE, emotional well-being resources, and paid maternity and paternity leave.