Assurance Associate

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.