Job Title: 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. This role gathers detailed information about business operations and employee job duties, completes audit worksheets using Excel templates, and processes audit findings in an internal database. The position offers a hybrid work schedule, strong professional growth potential, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Responsibilities
Review and analyze payroll, tax, and accounting records to determine the appropriate premium base for various insurance lines such as Workers’ Compensation, General Liability, and Professional Liability.
Obtain detailed descriptions of business operations, employee job duties, and other relevant information via phone and email.
Complete audit worksheets accurately using established Excel templates, ensuring data integrity and consistency.
Work within existing Excel pivot tables and VLOOKUP formulas to organize, reconcile, and analyze audit data.
Process audit findings in the company’s database, ensuring timely and accurate entry of all relevant information.
Perform reconciliations between source documents, accounting records, and audit results to identify discrepancies.
Apply auditing principles to evaluate the completeness and accuracy of payroll, tax, and general ledger information.
Collaborate with internal teams and external contacts as needed to clarify data, resolve issues, and finalize audit outcomes.
Maintain organized documentation and records for each audit in accordance with internal standards and procedures.
Adhere to established policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements related to auditing and insurance premium calculations.
Essential Skills
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, or a closely related business field; or an associate’s degree with at least 2 years of experience in auditing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, or general ledger accounting.
GPA above 3.0 for candidates qualifying with a bachelor’s or associate’s degree pathway.
Demonstrated auditing experience, including the ability to review and interpret payroll, tax, and accounting records.
Hands-on experience with reconciliations in an accounting or finance environment.
Ability to work confidently within pre-built Excel pivot tables and VLOOKUP formulas.
Strong understanding of accounting and finance concepts, including payroll, tax, and general ledger processes.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and audit worksheet completion.
Effective verbal and written communication skills for obtaining information via phone and email.
Attention to detail and accuracy when reviewing documents and processing audit findings.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a structured audit environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Comfort working with large data sets and performing analytical reviews using Excel.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain clear, comprehensive audit documentation.
Interest in professional development and growth within an audit, accounting, or insurance-related environment.
Ability to collaborate with colleagues and external contacts in a professional and courteous manner.
Willingness to learn company-specific systems, databases, and procedures related to insurance premium audits.
Work Environment
This role is based in Jenkins Township, PA, in a modern office setting that supports a hybrid work model. The first 1–2 weeks are remote for onboarding and training, followed by a regular schedule with on-site work on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and remote work on three days each week. The environment emphasizes professional growth and offers opportunities to advance within the organization. Employees use standard office technology, including Microsoft Excel with pivot tables and VLOOKUP functions, and an internal database for processing audit findings. The workplace provides subsidized downtown parking, generous paid time off, closure on major holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, a comprehensive healthcare package, and tuition reimbursement after six months of employment. The culture focuses on a supportive, collaborative atmosphere where team members can develop their skills and build long-term careers.
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 25, 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
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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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