Audit/Assurance Associate
Company: Atherton and Associates LLP
Location: Modesto
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: Located in Modesto,
California, Atherton & Associates, LLP is a quality firm founded
more than 100 years ago with a strong commitment to providing the
highest possible level of service to our clients. We provide a wide
variety of services for our clients that include tax planning and
preparation, estate planning, accounting, and auditing and general
business advisory services. The many large and small family-owned
businesses that we serve include the agriculture, food processing,
cooperative, real estate, transportation, manufacturing,
warehousing, medical, and professional industries. Atherton &
Associates, LLP’s culture is one of legacy and vision, of elite
skills and humble character, of strong individuals and powerhouse
teams. Our vision is “Helping the world become more financially
savvy, one relationship at a time.” Our core values are: integrity,
teamwork, commitment, innovation, excellence. We are actively
recruiting entry level members to help us continue to grow and
provide the excellent client service that we are known for. The
growth of our firm has provided unlimited opportunity for
advancement for our qualified personnel and the ability to offer
broader services to our clients. Roles & Responsibilities: Ability
to focus on complex tasks, understand the Firm’s comprehensive
compliance process and persevere to bring work to completion for
review. Perform audit fieldwork – assist with testing,
walkthroughs, and risk assessments that help validate the integrity
of financial records. Analyze financial statements – learn how to
spot discrepancies, evaluate performance, and understand the story
behind the numbers. Engage with clients – build relationships with
CFOs, controllers, and business owners while gaining communication
confidence. Leverage technology – use cloud-based audit platforms
and data tools that streamline workflow and sharpen your tech
skills. Experience a variety of clients – From nonprofits and
manufacturers to healthcare groups and real estate firms – you’ll
never be stuck in a routine. Takes responsibility for service
quality, thoroughness, and accuracy. Develops or offers a proposed
solution when communicating an issue. Works autonomously under the
pressure of tight deadlines and multiple priorities. Recognizes the
importance of professional growth activities of the firm and starts
to develop a peer network. Ability to organize facts, analyze and
interpret information/research according to client circumstances.
Identifies and develops alternatives for issues and consults with
engagement team. Masters the Firm’s software, research technology
tools and related products to accomplish work efficiently. Able to
work extended hours as needed during peak busy periods or as needed
to meet deadlines. Benefits: Competitive salary starting at $62,000
for entry-level positions. Comprehensive medical coverage 401(k)
employer match Health childcare FSA Seasonal flex days CPA exam
perks Team events Vacation, sick holiday PTO “Dress for Your Day”
policy Volunteer opportunities Career Advancement Paths Mentorship
Requirements: Adequate semester units to sit for the CPA exam.
Conferred or seeking B.A./B.S. degree in Business Administration,
concentration in accounting preferred. Will also consider
mathematics, finance, economics. Adequate semester units to sit for
the CPA exam. Will consider part-time employment opportunities for
students still in school, junior and senior status. Ability to
lead, prioritize, thrive, and adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic
environment. Excellent project management, analytical,
interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. Superior
client service with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities
simultaneously (multi-task) Has a strong conviction and holds to
the Firm’s core values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence,
Innovation, and Teamwork.
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