Audit Associate – Government

Abdo

. Perform professional auditing tasks for local government clients, including cities, counties, and school districts .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeMankato • Minnesota • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $66,000 - $76,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in auditing processes for local government clients, including the preparation and review of audit workpapers and financial statements. Proficient in utilizing firm software and AI-enabled tools to enhance efficiency while maintaining compliance with professional standards.

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Bachelor's Degree In AccountingCPA Certification PursuitAudit Report DraftingTrial Balance CompilationResearch Skills Using Thomson Reuters Checkpoint

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Hard Skills

Audit Workpapers PreparationNumerical Data AnalysisFinancial Statement DraftingClient CommunicationConfidentiality Management

Soft Skills

Discretion And JudgmentTeam Training And Assistance

Tools & Technologies

Abdo SoftwareFirm-Approved TechnologyAI-Enabled Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA Certification (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Local Government AuditingProductivity StandardsEngagement DocumentsInternal WorkflowsConfidential Client Matters

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform professional auditing tasks for local government clients, including cities, counties, and school districts
Contribute to special projects
Prepare and self-review audit workpapers, including scope, objectives, procedures, conclusions, supporting documentation, tickmarks, and cross-references
Communicate with clients on-site, by phone, or e-mail to obtain accurate information and supporting documentation
Draft, foot, and proof audit reports, financial statements, and other engagement documents
Compile and import trial balance information from client software into Abdo software
Perform analytical and detailed work with numerical data
Utilize firm software and internal workflows to manage binder documentation and maintain client information
Handle confidential client matters using discretion and judgment
Report and release billable and non-billable time
Meet productivity standards and conduct research using Thomson Reuters Checkpoint
Assist and train other team members as needed
Use firm-approved technology and AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency, accuracy, and quality while complying with policies and regulations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting
Plans to pursue, or already pursuing CPA certification (preferred)
Build on knowledge acquired in college
Functional level of technical and operational knowledge
Ability to prepare and self-review workpapers in conformity with standards
Ability to communicate with clients on-site, by phone, or e-mail
Ability to draft, foot, and proof audit reports, financial statements, and other engagement documents
Ability to compile and import trial balance information from client software programs into Abdo software
Ability to perform analytical and detailed work with numerical data efficiently and accurately
Functional understanding of firm software and internal workflow/procedures
Exercise discretion and judgment when working with confidential client matters
Accurately report and release billable and non-billable time
Meet productivity standards
Research skills using resources such as Thomson Reuters Checkpoint
Ability to utilize firm-approved technology and AI-enabled tools while maintaining compliance with firm policies, confidentiality standards, and professional regulations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, HSA with employer match, FSA medical and dependent care, long & short-term disability insurance options
22 days per year of PTO
8 full holidays
2 half holidays
24 hours paid volunteer time
Parental and grandparent leave
401(k) plan with employer contributions up to 4.5%
Abdo-sponsored telehealth platform
Technology reimbursement
Half day Fridays June through September
2 months of 36 hr work weeks & 2 months of 40 hr work weeks
Professional expenses and CPA support and bonus
Discretionary bonuses based on extraordinary performance, special projects or significant accomplishments
Hybrid work environment through a variety of flexible workplace options
Interviews may be conducted via Zoom video