About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Accounting & Finance.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Audit Associate to join their Audit team in Boston, MA. In this role you will learn core audit procedures, work with engagement teams, and contribute to client deliverables while progressing toward CPA eligibility.

• Complete audit testing on financial statement accounts (cash, accounts payable, fixed assets, etc.)
• Reconcile account differences and analyze financial data with client personnel
• Help draft management letter comments and portions of the audit report
• Participate in client meetings alongside partners and managers
• Follow firm audit methodology and document workpapers thoroughly

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Qualifications

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting
• Pursuing the education requirements to become a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Massachusetts; completion of required academic credits (150 credit hours) must be met prior to the role start date
• Eligible to sit for the CPA exam in the state where the office is located
• Solid technical accounting knowledge
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
• Reliable transportation to and from the assigned office and to attend off-site meetings/events in person

Preferred qualifications

• Prior internships or public accounting experience performing audit work

Core competencies

• Effective time management
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Team player who can also work independently
• Problem-solving attitude and willingness to take initiative
• Close attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines

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Location & Logistics

• Work location: Boston, MA (in-person attendance required as noted)
• Employment type: Full-time
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States; verification of employment eligibility will be required at hire.

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Compensation & Benefits (Massachusetts disclosure)

Pursuant to Massachusetts wage-transparency requirements, the salary displayed for the Massachusetts market in the source posting is $7,400 (min) to $7,400 (max). The final salary will be based on experience, education, and skill set. Benefits may include group health plan benefits, 401(k), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave; eligibility and details will be provided by Confidential Client.

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Why Join

This role provides structured coaching from experienced staff and managers, exposure to diverse industries, and a clear path to grow technical audit skills while pursuing CPA licensure. It’s a strong opportunity for recent accounting graduates or near-graduates who are focused on building a public accounting career.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.