How We Work
Whitley Penn has become one of the region’s most distinguished and fastest growing public accounting firms by providing exceptional service that reaches far beyond traditional accounting.
We believe in working in collaborative teams with an emphasis on open-door policy and encouraging entrepreneurial thinking.
We learn, innovate, and succeed by sharing knowledge, embracing diversity, and working together.
We are all part of the same family and each person matters.
We are more than just a job.
How Will You Make an Impact?
Lead audit engagements from start to finish, including planning, executing, and ensuring deadlines are met
Build relationships with clients by developing an understanding of client operations, processes, and business objectives; learn to apply this knowledge to enhance engagements, identify issues, and make recommendations for improvements
Manage client deadline expectations, monitor actual performance against budget, and continually communicate engagement status to Managers
Supervise, teach, and develop associates and interns, including delegation of assignments, detailed review of staff prepared work papers, and evaluating performance on engagements
Continuously develop a comprehensive understanding of Generally Accepted Auditing Standards and how they apply to engagements
Assist with business proposals, networking, and recruiting opportunities
How Will You Get Here?
2+ years of public accounting external audit experience
Bachelor's degree in Accounting; Master's degree preferred
CPA certification or CPA eligibility with certification in progress
Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards
Strong analytical and quantitative skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be highly dedicated with a positive attitude and a team player who takes initiative and has an eagerness to learn and acquire new skills and knowledge
Why Should You Apply?
Firm Paid Medical Insurance (Employee Only Coverage on 2 of 3 plans)
Voluntary Dental and Vision Insurance
Unlimited PTO (“Time Away”) for Salaried Employees
Generous PTO for Non-Exempt Team Members
Paid Parental Leave
401(k)
Discretionary Bonus Program
CPA (& Other Professional Designations) Exam Passing Bonus & Reimbursement for Exam Fees
Health & Wellness Program
Pet Insurance
Whitley Penn is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to on age, race, creed, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Whitley Penn is a participant in E-Verify please follow the link to review disclosure notifications: https://www.
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All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
41 CFR 60-1.
35(c)