Audit Associate – Government

Job overview

The Audit Associate – Government role is hybrid in Mankato, MN, with compensation of $66,000–$76,000 per year. Abdo provides accounting and auditing services to local government clients, including cities, counties, and school districts. The associate performs audit work that supports the integrity of clients’ financial information and contributes to special projects. Preparing and reviewing workpapers, reports, and financial statements helps deliver reliable engagement results and useful information to public-sector clients.

What you'll do

• Prepare and self-review workpapers with supporting documentation and cross-references
• communicate with clients to obtain information and documentation
• draft, foot, and proof audit reports and financial statements
• compile and import trial balance information
• analyze numerical data
• maintain engagement documentation and client information
• manage time reporting and meet productivity standards
• use firm-approved technology and AI tools appropriately
• assist and train team members as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

government audit

audit associate

financial statements

workpapers

local government

accounting

client engagements

hybrid

mankato mn

abdo

$66k–$76k/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, HSA employer match, FSAs, disability insurance
• 22 days PTO, holidays, volunteer time, parental and grandparent leave
• 401(k) contributions up to 4.5%
• telehealth
• technology reimbursement
• CPA support and professional expenses.

Why this role

Hybrid workplace; some office or client-site days may be expected for new associates.

About the employer

Abdo is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Certified Public Accountants. Sector: 54.