Are you ready to take your professional journey to new heights?
The Vrakas CPAs + Advisors team is looking for an Experienced Audit Associate (Non-Profit Focus) to bring their unique spark to our talented crew based in our vibrant Kenosha or Brookfield offices.
If you’re a self-starter, eager to carve out your career path at your own pace and be a key player in propelling our firm to new heights, then you might be the perfect fit for our team. At Vrakas, we’re not just filling a position; we’re crafting a one-of-a-kind career opportunity tailored to your needs.
The following responsibilities, opportunities, and requirements for this position are as follows:
Responsibilities & Opportunities
- Work within the team concept, supervising teams as they complete audits, reviews, and compilations.
- Gain hands-on experience and training in various areas, working on corporate audits in various industries, including non-profits. While gaining this experience, audit associates also gain an in-depth knowledge of their clients’ businesses and industries.
- Numerous opportunities to work directly with partners, managers, and other members of the Vrakas team.
- Work directly with controllers, chief financial officers, and business owners throughout the engagement.
- Work in an environment structured to provide personalized learning opportunities for all team members, ensuring everyone has a positive and beneficial experience. Each experienced Audit Associate is assigned a peer mentor to help tailor their career path.
- Enjoy friendships, social activities, and team outings to encourage work-life balance.
- Participate in CPE programs necessary to maintain your CPA certificate.
- Travel as needed to meet firm and client needs
Requirements:
- 2-5 years of experience in public accounting.
- An undergraduate degree in accounting or an undergraduate degree with sufficient coursework to sit for the CPA exam.
- At least two busy seasons of audit experience; non-profit experience is a plus.
- The ability to work effectively in a team environment with all levels of client personnel in various industries.
- The ability to respond to client and firm requests promptly, accurately, positively, and professionally.
- Excellent written/verbal communication and collaboration skills.
- Integrity within a professional environment.
- Work effectively with various computer software applications, including, but not limited to: Excel, Word, ProSystem fx (Workpaper, Trial Balance software), BNA Fixed Assets, and other related applications.
*Candidates with CPA credentials will be given additional consideration for this position.
Why Vrakas?
We’re proud of our supportive, people-first culture where your voice matters. You’ll collaborate with a team of experienced professionals who are invested in both client success and each other’s development. We offer opportunities to build your skills, make a meaningful impact, and be part of a collaborative learning environment where sharing knowledge helps everyone grow and progress together.
With competitive pay, a strong 401(k) and profit-sharing plan, comprehensive benefits, and generous paid time off, there’s no shortage of reasons to jump aboard. Visit our Culture & Benefits page for more details.
At Vrakas, we are proud to be fiercely independent in our mission to stand tall as one of the largest locally owned CPA firms in the Midwest.
Kenosha Office: 6309 60th Street, Suite 200, Kenosha, WI 53144
Brookfield Office: 445 S. Moorland Road, Suite 400, Brookfield, WI 53005
Vrakas CPAs + Advisors does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters or agencies. Please note that Vrakas is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited submissions. All unsolicited resumes will become the property of Vrakas CPAs + Advisors.