Entry-Level Professionals

Large-Firm Resources with a Small-Firm Feel

Brown Edwards is the right firm for you.

Brown Edwards is more than a place you work. It is a network of like-minded professionals and a community of friends who are with you every step of the way. Starting on day one, you will be enrolled in the BE Buddy Program and assigned a fellow team member to help you acclimate to Brown Edwards and your new role on the team.

Since our firm is focused on industry niches, you will be cross-trained in several areas, gaining experience working with numerous clients. From there, you will have the opportunity to choose a specialty area to focus your career.

Your professional growth is a top priority for the firm, which is why we offer opportunities for professional development. We’ve established a year-round coaching program designed to provide professional guidance toward your career advancement. We aid in CPE Compliance by sponsoring in-person and virtual training sessions throughout the year.

New CPA Bonus

All associates are encouraged to obtain their CPA license, and we provide the resources for you to be successful. The Firm will reimburse you up to $2,000 for exam prep materials and provide direct access to team members who can provide advice and guidance in preparation for the CPA exam.

Once you receive your CPA license, you will receive a $3,000 salary increase and a bonus of $1,500 ($2,500 if you pass the exam within your first year of employment).

BE Benefits Package

Effective on the first day of the month
following your date of hire.

Full Benefits Package

Health and Wellness
Full benefits package including: medical, dental, vision, wellness credit, FSA and HSA, disability and life insurance.

Employee & Family-Friendly
Bucketlist, recruiting referral bonus, discounted settlement fees, paid parental leave, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), employee benevolence fund (EBF).

Work/Life Balance
Casual dress, flexible hours and remote working arrangements.

Time Off
Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, and a floating holiday.

Savings & Retirement
401(k), discretionary match and profit sharing, and financial wellness program (BE Prosperous).

Professional Development Benefits

We offer professional development benefits designed to enhance individual growth and professional guidance towards career advancement.

Professional Development Benefits

Coaching Program
The Coaching Program provides team members with ongoing support and guidance throughout the year to help them unlock their full potential, reach their personal goals and objectives, and be successful in their career.

Continuing Professional Education (CPE)
A minimum of 40 hours of CPE are provided to all full-time professional associates based on their educational needs.

Professional Memberships and Civic Organizations
You are encouraged to join and participate in professional and civic organizations. The Firm will pay associate membership dues in the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the State Societies of Certified Public Accountants, and approved civic organizations.

Career Progression Timeline

How Far Do You Want To Go?

0-2 Years Experience
Associate

Execute basic audit, tax, and other assignments while working under the direct supervision of more experienced accountants. Your professional development will be in broad nature, designed to provide a well-rounded growth opportunity.

2-4 Years Experience
In-Charge Associate

Complete fieldwork for larger audit assignments, prepare more-complex tax returns, and perform research. Your professional development will include basic, general nature CPE with the addition of some specialized training.

4-7 Years Experience
Senior Associate

Simultaneously conduct multiple engagements while maintaining secondary contact with clients and supervisory responsibilities of In-Charge Associates and Associates. Your professional development will be focused on specific technical areas and include management training.

7-10 Years Experience
Manager

In addition to your management duties, you’ll be directly involved with clients and act as the primary supervision for client service while providing high-quality results. Your professional development will continue with management and technical area training.

10-12 Years Experience
Senior Manager

Use your technical expertise and quality control skills to maximize client satisfaction and service while training and developing lower-level team members to hone their skills. Your professional development will continue with trainings in management, and areas of technical and special-knowledge skills.

12+ Years Experience
Director

Participate in managing industry niches and be a leader in your area of focus to your team and clients alike. Maintain key relationships with clients, actively participate in the generation of new business, and respond to risk management and quality control issues.

15+ Years Experience
Partner

You will be a primary driver of profitability and growth, and participate in the firm’s strategic initiatives and maintain key relationships with clients. You may also have the opportunity to lead one of the firm’s practice or technical areas and be part of the firm’s leadership team.

Top 100 National Firm.

Big-firm resources with small-firm client care.

Want to #JoinBE?

Meet the Team

Leslie F Roberts, CPA

Partner

Leslie F Roberts, CPA

Partner

Valerie R. Ellis, CPA, CGMA

Partner

Valerie R. Ellis, CPA, CGMA

Partner

Brown Edwards Certified Public Accountants

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