Job Description

A client-centered small/mid-size CPA firm is seeking an Audit Associate to support financial statement audits and assurance engagements in a mentoring team environment.

Highlights

• Perform audit fieldwork: testing, documentation, walkthroughs, and workpaper prep under GAAS
• Assist with year-end audits, reviews, and compilations for privately held clients
• Collaborate with seniors and managers; learn industries from manufacturing to professional services
• Bachelor's in Accounting; CPA eligibility preferred; 0–2 years audit / assurance experience
• Hybrid options with work-life balance and supportive busy-season planning
• Firm is interviewing now — looking to hire ASAP

Compensation & benefits

• Base salary: $60,000–$75,000 DOE
• Performance bonus / year-end bonus potential
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Life and disability insurance (typical package)
• PTO plus paid holidays
• CPE / CPA exam support and professional development
• Hybrid with fieldwork as needed; busy season typically winter/spring with lighter summer recovery
• Structured path Associate → Senior with CPE, study support, and a people-first culture

If you are qualified and serious, please submit a resume or contact Chad Smith at 605-978-5433 or chad.smith@gogpac.com for more information on this position. I place professionals in these types of roles nationally, so if this isn't a perfect fit for you, please reach out to see what else I'm recruiting on!

Keywords: Audit Associate, Staff Auditor, CPA firm Audit, public accounting, financial statement audit, assurance, St. Louis Park, Twin Cities, Minnesota

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.