Audit Associate
Talley • Orange, CA • Full Time
Posted on Sat, Aug 22, 2026
Talley LLP | Orange, California
About the Firm
Talley LLP and its affiliated entities, Talley Law Group, LLP ("TLG"), Talley Capital Group, LLC ("TCG"), and Talley Wealth Management, LLC ("TWM") (collectively, "Talley"), form a full-service financial, tax, legal, and consulting organization serving entrepreneurially driven businesses and their owners. Talley partners with clients as business advisors, not just service providers, constantly seeking innovative ways to strengthen their bottom line.Talley LLP was founded in 1989 with the mission of helping entrepreneurially driven businesses, their owners, and high-net-worth individuals manage their financial affairs and achieve their business objectives profitably and efficiently. Our professionals strive to become each client's Most Trusted Advisor (MTA) by delivering global solutions to complex challenges and opportunities.
Our services include:
- Audit & Assurance services, including financial reporting
- Tax compliance, planning, and proactive advisory services
- Business consulting
- Estate planning, business planning, M&A, and tax law services through TLG
- Outsourced accounting, controller, and CFO services
- M&A, growth-through-acquisition, and operational consulting through TCG
Position Summary
The Audit Associate will work closely with the Audit & Assurance Manager and engagement teams to support the execution of audit and assurance engagements for privately held businesses and high-net-worth clients across a variety of industries.This role is ideal for an accounting professional seeking to build a strong foundation in public accounting while gaining hands-on exposure to audit procedures, financial reporting, client interaction, and professional development within a collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
Audit & Assurance Support- Assist with audit and assurance engagements from planning through completion
- Perform audit testing and document procedures in accordance with firm standards
- Prepare workpapers, schedules, and supporting documentation
- Assist in the preparation of financial statements and related disclosures
- Participate in walkthroughs, risk assessments, and internal control testing
- Ensure work is completed accurately and on time
- Apply GAAP and auditing standards to engagement assignments
- Analyze financial data and identify inconsistencies or unusual trends
- Research accounting and audit-related issues as assigned
- Utilize firm technology and audit software to improve efficiency and accuracy
- Maintain professional communication with clients and engagement teams
- Respond promptly to requests for information and documentation
- Develop an understanding of client operations, systems, and business processes
- Demonstrate professionalism and a client-service mindset throughout engagements
- Collaborate effectively with managers, seniors, and peers
- Accept coaching and feedback to support professional growth
- Participate in internal training and continuing education opportunities
- Contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field required
- CPA eligibility preferred, or actively pursuing CPA licensure
- 1–3 years of public accounting or relevant accounting experience
- Basic understanding of GAAP and auditing principles
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality work
- Experience with CCH Engagement or Knowledge Coach is a plus
Travel
- Ability to travel to client sites as needed
Compensation
- Competitive and commensurate with experience
Why Talley?
- Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture
- Exposure to a diverse and sophisticated client base
- Mentorship and career development opportunities
- Integration across tax, legal, and consulting service lines
- Commitment to innovation and emerging technologies
- Opportunity for long-term growth and advancement within the firm
AuditFriendly salary estimate
The employer did not post a salary for this role. Based on AuditFriendly's salary intelligence model (comparable live postings, role, seniority, and location), we estimate base pay of $77,000–$84,000 per year (median ~$79,000). This is an AuditFriendly estimate, not an employer-provided figure.
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