Full-Time

Staff Auditor

Posted on 3/12/2025

Davis Farr

Davis Farr

Full-service CPA firm: auditing, tax, consulting

Compensation Overview

$68.7k - $80k/yr

Carlsbad, CA, USA

In Person

Category
Accounting (1)
Required Skills
Word/Pages/Docs
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • BA/BS in Accounting; advanced certification highly desirable
  • Eligible to sit for the CPA exam/plan to sit for the exam OR interested in pursuing compliance auditing
  • 1+ years of public accounting preferred and/or experience with governmental, non-profit, and commercial sector audits
  • Well-rounded knowledge of GAAP; GAAS, GAS and GAGAS a plus but not required
  • Highly proficient with Excel, Word and PowerPoint, Audit software experience a plus
  • Strong oral, written and interpersonal skills
  • Strong attention to detail and exceptional analytical and research skills
  • Ability to multi-task, think independently and problem solve in a team-oriented environment
  • Some travel required
Responsibilities
  • Assist in carrying out quality and other assurance services to clients in various industries
  • Demonstrate a solid understanding of accounting principles, internal control standards and technology implementation
  • Identify and communicate audit issues, technical matters and improvement opportunities to resolve client issues discovered during the audit process
  • Perform other accounting, auditing, and consulting duties as assigned
  • Draft annual financial statements, including footnote disclosures
  • Develop and maintain an excellent working relationship with all levels of client staff to increase client satisfaction and strengthen client relationships
  • Comply with and maintain the highest degree of professional standards, client confidentiality and person conduct
  • Ad-hoc tasks and special projects as needed
Desired Qualifications
  • advanced certification
  • CPA exam eligibility / plan to sit or pursuing compliance auditing
  • auditing software experience a plus

Davis Farr is a full-service CPA firm offering auditing, tax preparation, and consulting for government agencies, non-profits, and commercial clients. It delivers services by conducting audits, preparing financial statements and tax documents, and providing advisory help to manage finances and stay compliant. The firm differentiates itself with a focus on public sector and non-profit work alongside commercial clients and serves the California and Washington regions from offices in Irvine, Carlsbad, and Tacoma. Its goal is to provide reliable, comprehensive accounting support that helps clients achieve accurate financial management and informed decision-making.

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Headquarters

Irvine, California

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Jeff Ball's 2024 Partner promotion expands Pacific Northwest capabilities in high-demand markets.
  • Increasing regulatory complexity in water, utility, transit agencies drives premium compliance demand.
  • Special district audit niche aligns with rising government financial oversight requirements.

What critics are saying

  • Jeff Ball departure threatens entire Pacific Northwest expansion strategy and regional revenue targets.
  • Government Auditing Standards changes instantly compress margins across entire government practice.
  • CMS enforcement actions against MA plan clients risk reputational damage and attrition.

What makes Davis Farr unique

  • 40+ years of specialized government audit expertise across federal, state, local agencies.
  • Niche focus on Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug Plan audits with recurring revenue.
  • Multi-state footprint (California, Washington) positioned for underserved local government markets.

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Paid Vacation

Health Insurance

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Life Insurance

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Company News

Orange County Business Journal
Feb 5th, 2024
On the Move: Davis Farr LLP Welcomes Jeffrey Ball

On the move: davis Farr LLP welcomes Jeffrey Ball.

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