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Irvine - Audit - Associate - Summer/Fall 2027

Confidential ClientLegal & Professional Services
Entry LevelFull-timeOn-Site$53,500 - $104,000
Irvine, California
2 Days Ago

The Audit Associate at Confidential Client participates in financial statement audits within the Assurance practice, ensuring compliance with auditing standards and contributing to transparent financial reporting. This entry-level role involves applying auditing methodologies, analyzing financial data, supporting client engagements, and developing technical accounting skills in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

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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.


What You’ll Do

This is an entry-level Audit Associate role on an Assurance team. You will assist on financial statement audits and client engagements while you learn technical and professional skills.

  • Conduct financial statement audits in compliance with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS)
  • Apply auditing methodologies to evaluate financial documents and internal controls
  • Review and verify financial documents for accuracy and policy compliance
  • Use data analysis to identify financial trends and provide actionable insights
  • Implement accounting and financial reporting standards (GAAP) to maintain consistency
  • Collaborate with team members to address audit findings and recommend solutions
  • Document processes to improve audit efficiency and effectiveness
  • Support client communication and respond to inquiries professionally
  • Participate in project management tasks to meet timelines and deliverables
  • Assist with validating data quality and protecting sensitive financial information

Qualifications

Minimum requirements — candidates who meet these will be considered:

  • Currently pursuing, or have completed, a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
  • Minimum 3.0 overall GPA
  • Meet the educational requirements to be eligible to sit for the CPA exam in your intended state of employment before starting full-time
  • Entry-level candidates should be in or completing their final academic year

Preferred Qualifications (What Sets You Apart)

  • Preferred overall GPA of 3.5+
  • Experience or coursework in financial reporting and accounting standards
  • Familiarity with GAAS and GAAP
  • Comfort using data analysis to inform recommendations
  • Interest in leveraging AI or workflow tools to create efficiencies
  • Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills

Travel

  • Up to 20% travel may be required.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary range: $53,500 - $104,000 per year (actual compensation dependent on skills, experience, qualifications, and location)
  • Eligible for annual discretionary bonus where applicable
  • Benefit highlights (may include): medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, personal and family sick leave
  • Confidential Client provides additional resources and benefits — details provided during the hiring process

Additional Hiring Notes

  • This role is full-time.
  • Confidential Client does not intend to sponsor employment-based visas (such as H‑1B) for applicants unless otherwise stated under the company’s published policy.
  • Applicants impacted by local “Fair Chance” or similar ordinances will be considered in accordance with applicable law.

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.

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