Senior Audit Associate – Government

Abdo

Senior Audit Associate engaging in financial auditing tasks for local government clients at Abdo. Contributing to leadership development and mentoring less experienced accountants in a hybrid work environment.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeMankato • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $74,000 - $99,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in preparing and reviewing audit workpapers, managing client relationships, and supervising staff. Proficient in utilizing firm software and maintaining compliance with accounting standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Accounting3+ Years Of Experience In Practice AreaCPA PreferredSupervision Of Staff AccountantsClient Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Audit Workpapers PreparationEngagement DocumentationProject Timeline CoordinationProductivity Standards ReportingConfidential Client Matters Management

Soft Skills

Communication With ClientsTeam CoordinationPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Firm SoftwareInternal Workflow Processes

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA

Industry Keywords

Audit StandardsComplex EngagementsLocal Government Client Interaction

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare and review workpapers in conformity with standards
Work with clients to set project timelines and coordinate with Partner and Manager
Coordinate communication with clients and audit team members
Draft, foot, proof, and complete final read of audit reports and engagement documentation
Assist in presentations to local government client’s council or board
Meet productivity standards and report billable and non-billable time
Utilize firm software and internal workflow/processes
Exercise discretion when working with confidential client matters
Develop and maintain client and staff relationships
Supervise staff accountants and interns on individual engagements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
3+ years of experience in practice area with at least one year working with complex engagements
CPA preferred

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