Audit & Assurance Experienced Staff Associate

Rehmann - Saginaw, MI

Full-time - Entry Level

Saginaw, MI

Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities

About the position

The Audit & Assurance Experienced Staff Associate role at Rehmann is designed for individuals looking to make a significant impact in the field of accounting. This position offers the opportunity to engage in complex audit projects, collaborate with clients and firm leaders, and receive mentorship in a supportive environment. Associates will gain exposure to various clients and industries while contributing to the firm's success and their own professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Review prior year work papers and recent interim financial statements before engagements.
• Perform audit procedures for moderately complex areas.
• Identify and draft relevant management letter comments supported by factual information.
• Maintain knowledge of clients' policies, procedures, and business conditions.
• Understand clients' basic accounting practices and transactions and their inter-relationships with financial information systems.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of clients' accounting systems and assess the effectiveness of controls.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in accounting.
• 150 CPA credits and all degrees completed before full-time start date.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Plan to complete the CPA exam within two years of employment with Rehmann.
• 1-2 years of related experience in public accounting or industry preferred.
• Strong, hands-on Excel skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Motivation to continuously learn and improve.
• Willingness to routinely travel to client locations.
• Unwavering integrity in all situations.

Nice-to-haves

• Initiative and drive exhibited through leadership experiences in work and/or campus extracurriculars.
• Enthusiasm, eagerness to engage, contribute, and have fun.

Benefits

• Mentorship and support from team-focused associates.
• Collaboration with clients and top firm leaders.
• Exposure to a wide variety of clients and industries.
• Friendly, professional, and growth-focused environment.
• Culture that promotes an open-door policy and work/life integration.
• Engagement in complex projects and engagements from start to finish.
• Formal firm-wide training and continuous education.
• Participation in community outreach events and initiatives.
• Free Becker Review materials and rewards for passing the CPA exam within 2 years of full-time start date.