Audit Associate

Job Description

Associate Audit Winter 2028 | Springfield | Mazars

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Forvis Mazars, located in Springfield. Forvis Mazars is an independent member of a leading global professional services network, providing assurance, tax, and consulting services to clients across all 50 states and internationally. This role offers an accounting student the opportunity to apply critical thinking and social skills to solve client problems and build rewarding business relationships. You will develop technical expertise and strengthen your career foundation, guided by experienced staff and management, contributing to the firm’s legacy of delivering extraordinary experiences.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person – USA
• Mission: This associate will help clients solve problems and build relationships by performing audit testing and financial data analysis for various industries.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office Suite

What You’ll Actually Do
• Audit Testing: Complete comprehensive audit testing on financial statement accounts, including key areas such as cash, accounts payable, or fixed assets.
• Client Collaboration: Collaborate with client personnel to effectively reconcile account differences and thoroughly analyze financial data.
• Report Drafting: Actively assist in drafting crucial management letter comments and the final audit report for client deliverables.
• Meeting Participation: Participate directly in client meetings alongside Forvis Mazars partners and managers, gaining valuable insights.

The Must-Haves
• Background: This is an Entry-Level associate position requiring a bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting. Candidates must be pursuing the educational requirements to be a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in the state where the office is located, with 150 required academic credits met prior to the start date. A solid technical accounting knowledge base is essential.
• Experience: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required. Candidates must also have reliable transportation to and from the assigned office and be able to attend off-site client meetings and events in person.
• Skills: Strong oral and written communication skills are necessary, alongside effective time management, a close attention to detail, and a problem-solving attitude. The ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team, and manage work under pressure against deadlines, is also key.
• Bonus: Prior internships in a public accounting firm, specifically performing audit work, are preferred.