Associate, Audit - Real Estate and Affordable Housing

Work with a Top 20 CPA and advisory firm that Accounts for Anything. Aprio has 40 U.S. office locations, as well as international office locations and more than 3,200 team members that speak 60+ languages across the globe. By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them. Discover a top-rated culture, vast growth opportunities and your next big career move with Aprio.

Job Summary

Aprio is seeking an Audit Associate to join our team of credentialed professionals dedicated to helping businesses reduce financial and operational risk. In this role, you will perform thorough and accurate audits, support financial reporting processes, and contribute directly to helping clients make sound strategic decisions. You will work across a variety of industries, gaining exposure to complex accounting issues, internal controls, and evolving regulatory standards. This is an opportunity to build a strong technical foundation while delivering meaningful impact for clients and the firm.

Why work for Aprio

Whether you are just starting out, looking to advance into management or searching for your next leadership role, Aprio offers an opportunity to grow with a future-focused, innovative firm.

Responsibilities

Perform audits skillfully and accurately in accordance with applicable professional standards.; Prepare audit work papers and adjusting trial balances.; Compile financial statements into written reports for client presentation.; Evaluate accounting issues and apply relevant regulations to client engagements.; Build and maintain productive working relationships with clients and colleagues.; Travel to support client engagements approximately 15–20% of the time.

Requirements

Developed specialties in Real Estate and Affordable Housing.; Bachelor's degree in Accounting.; Licensed CPA or 150 credit hours required to sit for the CPA exam.; 0–1 year of experience at a public accounting firm.; Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.; Strong verbal and written communication skills.; Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with clients and internal team members.; Master's degree preferred.

Benefits

Hands-on experience performing audits and supporting financial reporting across a diverse client portfolio.; Exposure to complex accounting issues, internal controls evaluations, and emerging accounting regulations.; Opportunity to contribute to work that directly improves clients' operating efficiencies and business decision-making.; Professional development support including CPA exam resources and tuition assistance.; A collaborative, growth-oriented environment that invests in your long-term career.; Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment; Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account; 401k with Profit Sharing; 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure; Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers; Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion; Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance; Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales; Top rated wellness program; Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options; Working with an industry leader : Be part of a high-growth firm that is passionate for what’s next.; An awesome culture: Thirty-one fundamental behaviors guide our culture every day ensuring we always deliver an exceptional team-member and client experience. We call it the Aprio Way. This shared mindset creates lasting relationships between team members and with clients.; A great team: Work with a high-energy, passionate, caring and ambitious team of professionals in a collaborative culture.; Entrepreneurship : Have the freedom to innovate and bring your ideas to help us grow to become the CPA firm of choice nationally.; Growth opportunities : Grow professionally in an environment that fosters continuous learning and advancement.; Competitive compensation : You will be rewarded with competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits and a flexible work environment to enjoy work/life balance.