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Audit Associate
Job Description
The Audit Associate reviews and analyzes payroll, tax, and accounting records to determine the appropriate premium base for multiple insurance lines, including Workers' Compensation, General Liability, and Professional Liability. The role involves gathering detailed information on business operations and employee job duties, completing audit worksheets using Excel, and processing audit findings in an internal database. This position offers a structured career path in a supportive environment with strong benefits and a hybrid work schedule.
Responsibilities

• Review and analyze payroll, tax, and accounting records to determine the appropriate premium base for various insurance lines, including Workers' Compensation, General Liability, and Professional Liability.
• Obtain clear and accurate descriptions of business operations, employee job duties, and other relevant information through phone calls and email communication.
• Evaluate and reconcile financial data to ensure accuracy and completeness of audit information.
• Complete audit worksheets using a standardized Excel template, working within existing pivot tables and VLOOKUP formulas.
• Process audit findings accurately and efficiently in the internal database, ensuring all information is documented and coded correctly.
• Identify discrepancies or inconsistencies in payroll, tax, and accounting records and escalate or clarify as needed.
• Maintain organized records of audits performed, including supporting documentation and communication logs.
• Collaborate with internal teams as needed to clarify audit requirements and resolve questions related to premium calculations.
• Adhere to established audit procedures, internal controls, and quality standards throughout the audit process.
• Manage workload effectively to meet deadlines and contribute to a high level of client service.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, or a closely related business field, or an associate's degree with relevant experience.
• Experience in auditing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, or general ledger accounting (at least 2+ years when qualifying with an associate's degree).
• Ability to work confidently within already created pivot tables and VLOOKUP functions in Excel.
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and financial reconciliation.
• Ability to review and interpret payroll, tax, and accounting records with a high level of accuracy.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for obtaining information by phone and email.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills for managing multiple audits and documentation.
• Capability to analyze data and identify inconsistencies or discrepancies.
• GPA above 3.0 when qualifying with a bachelor's or associate's degree in the specified fields.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, or business administration is preferred.
• Associate's degree combined with 2+ years of experience in auditing, A/P, A/R, payroll, or GL accounting is an alternative pathway.
• Prior experience working with insurance-related audits, premium calculations, or similar financial review processes is beneficial.
• Familiarity with tax and payroll concepts and how they impact insurance premium bases.
• Comfort working with standardized templates and databases in a structured, process-driven environment.
• Motivation to grow within an organization that offers professional development and advancement opportunities.

Work Environment
The role is based in a modern office. The initial 1-2 weeks of employment are hybrid for onboarding and training, after which the position follows a hybrid schedule with on-site work on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and remote work on three other days each week.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Wilkes-Barre, PA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $42682.00 - $42682.00/yr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
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Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Wilkes-Barre,PA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 14, 2026.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.