Audit Staff

Founded in 1950, Lane Gorman Trubitt, LLC is a middle-market, regional public accounting firm located in the Uptown neighborhood of Dallas, TX. We are affiliated with PrimeGlobal, an association of independent accounting firms. Currently, LGT has around 140 employees working in various service lines including assurance/audit, tax, accounting and consulting services.


Staff Auditors have demonstrated an ability to capably perform the functions of a staff accountant and to take on certain more complex tasks. They are given a wide variety of diversified assurance assignments under the supervision of different professionals. Performance is judged based on the quality of work, application of accounting knowledge, and ability to meet time and budget constraints.

Essential Functions

• Reconcile accounts to control accounts during audit.
• Prepare and compute schedules, including but not limited to, property and equipment and related depreciation expense, receivables, payable, accruals, and other accounts.
• Perform audit or review procedures as assigned by supervisors.
• Assist in preparing financial statements and other documents.
• Perform other accounting, auditing, and tax duties as needed on engagements and as assigned by supervisory personnel.
• Draft representation letters, engagement letters and management letters.
• Complete disclosure and audit report checklists.
• Suggest comments for management letters found through audit or review procedures.
• Assist with and/or plan audit engagements, under supervision of In-charge (i.e. confirmation selection, budgets, planning memorandums, risk assessment, and engagement/client evaluations).
• Analyze account balances and fluctuations and form expectations. Investigate unusual and significant variations.
• Set-up audit binders and prepare electronic trial balances for use in the engagement.
• Plan, prepare, and complete small audits (e.g. employee profit sharing plans, and small businesses).
• Apprise in-charge of progress and outstanding issues in order to give the best service possible to the client while remaining within established deadlines and budget.
• Keep supervisor apprised of progress and problems in order to meet established deadlines.
• Perform site inventory observations.
• Maintain relationships and communicate directly with client personnel.

Education, Experience & Skills

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting required.
• Acquired or currently pursuing 150 hours of college credit/qualifications in Accounting in order to set for the Uniform CPA Examination.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, audit software a plus (CCH Engagement etc).
• Well-rounded knowledge of accounting principles.
• Ability to communicate clear and concise English both in writing and verbally; superior interpersonal skills applicable to client environment.
• Superior interpersonal skills applicable to client environment.
• Ability to keep supervisors apprised of progress and problems and review timely to meet established deadlines.
• Ability to complete assigned tasks on time and within budget.
• Ability to recognize accounting and/or auditing issues while working on assigned areas and bring them to the attention of the in-charge on the engagement.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Collaborative culture– You’ll work closely with managers and partners who are invested in your success.
• Career growth– We offer clear paths for advancement and support for CPA exam completion.
• Work-life flexibility– While busy seasons require extra hours, we believe in balance and manage workloads accordingly. LGT supports hybrid working arrangements, when possible, that emphasize the value of in-person time together - in the office and with our clients - while continuing to support flexible and remote working.
• Diverse client work– Engage with clients across industries and gain broad exposure.
• Total Rewards- LGT offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that is transparent and summarized in the full job offer. Based on 2300 total hours annually, including PTO, holidays, training etc.

Working Conditions

• Local travel to client sites using personal vehicle/transportation required (same-day, with mileage reimbursement).
• Minimal overnight travel;
• Overtime required during busy seasons (typically January–April).
• As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us and are fully committed to equal treatment, free from discrimination, of all candidates throughout our recruitment process.

If you’re looking for a position to jump-start your career in an influential and established firm where you can gain experience with multiple clients and industries, this is the place for you. LGT offers educational, professional, and social opportunities to help each of our staff grow personally and professionally. Our family atmosphere sets us apart from larger firms and gives us the opportunity to help you develop your career!