Assurance Associate - Milwaukee, WI
Who: A motivated early-career accounting professional eager to develop strong technical and client service skills.
What: Support assurance engagements through substantive testing, internal control assessments, and year-round client interaction while building foundational audit skills.
When: Full-time role designed for recent graduates or early career professionals ready to launch their public accounting career.
Where: Milwaukee, WI
Why: To gain hands-on experience, build relationships, and grow into a trusted business advisor within a fast-growing firm.
Office Environment: A collaborative, people-first culture that values learning, flexibility, and professional development.
Salary: Competitive compensation with benefits.
Position Overview: We are seeking an Assurance Associate who will serve as a trusted member of engagement teams, delivering audit and other assurance services to a diverse group of privately held and publicly traded clients. This role offers strong career trajectory, meaningful development opportunities, and exposure to real-world accounting and business challenges.
What You Will Do:
- Engage proactively with clients to gather information and respond to questions throughout the year.
- Perform substantive testing on balance sheets and income statements.
- Test internal controls, assess potential deficiencies, and discuss recommendations for improvement.
- Learn directly through on-the-job coaching, mentoring, and firm-wide training programs.
- Use your entrepreneurial mindset to build strong internal and external relationships.
- Contribute to a collaborative culture while gaining valuable professional experience and friendships.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or master's degree in Accounting or related business degree with sufficient coursework to sit for the CPA exam.
- Strong academic performance (GPA 3.0+ preferred).
- Relevant internship experience, work experience, or involvement in professional organizations.
- Ability to work effectively with team members and all levels of client personnel.
- Strong time management, communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills, initiative, and adaptability.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- No immigration sponsorship available for this position.
If you're interested in learning more about this opportunity or would like to discuss your qualifications, please apply now.