Audit Staff – Bee Cave, TX
The Audit Staff role at Confidential Client is an entry-level position designed for recent accounting graduates aiming to start their public accounting career and pursue CPA certification. The role involves performing day-to-day audit fieldwork on client engagements within a supportive mid-size firm environment, working on a hybrid schedule from the Austin, TX office. This position offers professional growth opportunities, exposure to various accounting software, and a comprehensive benefits package.
About Careertakes
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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is hiring an Audit Staff to join their growing Audit team in Bee Cave, TX. This is an entry-level, full-time role working on audit engagements across a variety of clients. You'll work a hybrid schedule from our Bee Cave, TX office and be part of a collaborative team that values professional development.
- Perform day-to-day fieldwork on audit engagements, including planning, testing, and documentation of workpapers
- Assist with account analyses, trial balance reconciliations, and substantive testing
- Prepare clear, professional workpapers and audit documentation in accordance with firm standards
- Communicate professionally with clients and engagement teams to obtain information and resolve questions
- Participate in team meetings, client walkthroughs, and training sessions
- Adhere to deadlines, billing guidelines, and firm quality standards
- Actively pursue CPA licensure with support from the firm’s CPA program
Who You Are (Qualifications)
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field from a four-year college or university
- 0–1 years of public accounting experience; audit or tax internships strongly preferred
- CPA candidate or planning to pursue Texas CPA licensure
- Proficient with MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- Desired software experience: QuickBooks, CCH Axcess, Caseware Cloud, Depreciation Solutions, Adobe
- Strong attention to detail, good written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work effectively on engagement teams
- Able to perform essential functions; reasonable accommodations available for qualified applicants with disabilities
Benefits & Compensation
- Base compensation: $70,000–$74,000 DOE
- 401(k) retirement plan
- 3 weeks paid time off (PTO)
- 9 paid holidays
- Medical, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Formal career development program and support for CPA exam/licensure
- Community involvement opportunities
- Office kitchen stocked with complimentary snacks and drinks
Why Work Here
- Join a mid‑size public accounting firm with strong mentorship and growth opportunities
- Hands-on audit experience across diverse client industries
- Structured CPA support program to help you achieve licensure
- Collaborative culture that values trust, respect, and professional development
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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