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 (Government Auditing Services).

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

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Role Overview

Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Audit Associate to join their audit team in Johnson City, TN. This full-time role provides hands-on experience performing financial statement and performance audits under Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS). The position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance. The work model is hybrid with on-site presence required in Johnson City, TN several days per week.

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What You’ll Do

• Perform testing procedures under the direction and supervision of Senior Associates.
• Assist in planning and executing federal financial statement audits in accordance with GAGAS.
• Execute substantive testing and analytical procedures on general ledger balances, journal entries, and financial disclosures.
• Review reconciliations, trial balances, and supporting documentation for accuracy and proper classification.
• Prepare audit documentation and workpapers that support audit conclusions.
• Identify, document, and communicate control deficiencies, potential misstatements, and instances of noncompliance.
• Participate in walkthroughs and client meetings to understand financial systems, business processes, and internal controls.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• U.S. citizenship is required (position requires a Secret security clearance).
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally, up to 25% as needed.
• Ability to provide official or unofficial transcripts upon request.
• Foundational understanding of GAAP and willingness to develop knowledge of AICPA, GAO (Yellow Book), and FASAB standards.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and detail-oriented skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Commitment to high ethical standards, confidentiality, and professional judgment.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in accounting or business administration.
• Eligibility to sit for the CPA exam or intent to pursue CPA licensure.
• Internship or prior experience in auditing, accounting, or financial management (federal agency, Inspector General office, or public accounting firm experience is a plus).
• Familiarity with the U.S. Standard General Ledger (USSGL) or federal accounting concepts (FASAB).

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Clearance & Work Model

• This role requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance. An interim Secret Clearance must be granted prior to starting work.
• Hybrid/Onsite: Employees on this project will be required to report to Johnson City, TN (local client site) approximately 3 days per week.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Proposed salary range: $64,800 – $79,200 annually (USD), based on experience, skills, and certifications.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, firm-paid basic life/AD&D, voluntary supplemental insurance options, 401(k) matching, paid time off, professional development support, tuition assistance, and employee assistance resources.
• All full-time employees are eligible to participate in benefit programs subject to plan terms.

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Candidate Journey & Hiring Notes

• Confidential Client respectfully requests that recruiting agencies, headhunters, and search firms refrain from contacting the client regarding this posting unless otherwise engaged.
• Selected candidates will go through resume review, talent acquisition screening, and may participate in video/in-person interviews, panel interviews, assessments, and a formal application.
• Only candidates meeting the minimum requirements will be considered. Confidential Client aims to notify candidates of decisions in a timely manner.

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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.

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