Audit Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant, Audit

Annual Salary: $75,000–$80,000

Hybrid | San Diego, CA (UTC Area)

Build your public accounting career with a firm invested in your growth.

Weworski & Associates is a mid-sized CPA firm offering the opportunity to develop your audit expertise, work with a diverse client base, and build a strong foundation for long-term career growth.

We're looking for an early-career accounting professional who is eager to learn, take ownership of their work, and grow alongside an experienced audit team. Whether you're a recent graduate or have up to two years of accounting experience, this is an opportunity to gain meaningful hands-on experience while working toward your CPA.

Why Join Weworski & Associates?

• Hybrid Flexibility: Work from home most of the week, with just one day required in our UTC-area office. A few peak periods throughout the year may require additional in-office time.
• CPA Development & Support: Access annual training, continuing professional education (CPE), and financial incentives upon passing the CPA exam.
• Dedicated Audit Experience: Focus exclusively on audit engagements, not tax, while working with clients ranging from small organizations to businesses with more than $1 billion in annual revenue.
• Collaborative Team Environment: Work in small engagement teams of two to four professionals, with experienced supervisors who support your development.
• Career Advancement: Build your technical expertise and take on increasing responsibility as you progress in your public accounting career.
• A More Balanced Busy Season: Audit activity typically ramps up in February, with June being the busiest month. Weekend office hours are not required, and peak-period schedules generally average 50–55 hours per week.

What You'll Do

As a member of the audit team, you'll gain exposure to a variety of financial statement audits and accounting engagements while developing your technical and professional skills.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Perform audit procedures and evaluate financial statement account balances.
• Prepare and adjust audit workpapers using client trial balances.
• Participate in engagement planning and execution.
• Research accounting matters and identify potential issues for review with engagement supervisors.
• Identify potential management letter comments and areas for improvement.
• Prepare annual financial statements, including footnote disclosures.
• Develop proficiency with the firm's financial statement preparation software.
• Assist with more complex audit and accounting engagements as your experience grows.
• Support and mentor other staff auditors as you develop within the team.
• Contribute to additional accounting, auditing, and consulting projects as needed.

What We're Looking For

We're interested in candidates who have a strong accounting foundation, an interest in public accounting, and the motivation to continue developing professionally.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting. An Economics degree with an accounting emphasis will also be considered.
• Eligible to sit for the CPA exam or actively working toward eligibility.
• 0–2 years of accounting experience. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Internship or prior public accounting experience is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound judgment, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage responsibilities across multiple engagements and work independently.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 15% annually.

Compensation & Benefits

Weworski & Associates offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Salary: $75,000–$80,000 annually.
• Paid Time Off: Three weeks annually, accrued at 10 hours per month.
• Paid Holidays: 11 firm holidays.
• Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Professional Development: Annual training, CPE opportunities, and financial incentives for passing the CPA exam.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're an accounting graduate or early-career professional looking to build your audit experience, work alongside an experienced team, and receive meaningful support toward your CPA, Weworski & Associates offers an opportunity to grow your career with flexibility and hands-on experience.

Additional Job Application Terms

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We’re committed to making our hiring process as smooth and timely as possible, and we understand that waiting to hear back can add to the anticipation. If you’re a potential fit, our team will reach out within two weeks to progress you to the next stage. If you don’t hear from us in that time, we encourage you to explore other opportunities with our team in the future, and we wish you the very best in your job search.