Audit Senior - Education

Overview

A professional services firm is seeking a Senior Accountant in Audit to manage complex audit assignments for a diverse client base, including independent and charter schools. This role involves leading audit engagement teams, collaborating with multidisciplinary professionals, and ensuring timely, accurate service delivery. The position emphasizes strong communication, collaboration, and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Manage multifaceted and complex audit assignments across various clients and industries
• Lead audit engagement teams, providing guidance and supervision
• Collaborate with managers, partners, and multidisciplinary teams to meet client needs
• Ensure deliverables are completed within agreed timelines
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and team members
• Encourage open dialogue and ongoing communication within teams
• Identify training needs and support the development of team members
• Research and propose ideas to improve innovation and efficiency
• Ensure compliance with firm policies and manage audit risks

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• Active pursuit of CPA certification
• Minimum of 3 years auditing experience, preferably with independent or charter schools in a public accounting environment
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, debits and credits, and audit risk areas
• Ability to work independently and escalate issues appropriately
• Excellent time management, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Attention to detail and ability to manage full engagement processes
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Experience with Pro F/X software is a plus

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to build client relationships
• Effective verbal and written presentation skills
• Experience supervising and developing team members
• Innovative mindset with a focus on efficiency improvements

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $89,000 – $104,000 per year (excluding bonus potential), based on skills, experience, and other factors
• Competitive bonus plan
• Flexible work-from-anywhere policy (options include Westborough, Boston, hybrid, or fully remote)
• Comprehensive benefits package including subsidized medical and dental coverage, 401(k), life insurance, and disability coverage
• Generous and flexible paid time off
• Professional development coaching and training
• Complimentary consultations with wealth management advisors
• Access to extensive continuing professional education (CPE) resources
• Firm-sponsored memberships in professional associations
• Participation in specialized programs such as Zip2CPA and tailored MBA offerings
• Recognition through peer-driven and partner-nominated awards
• Team member referral incentives
• Access to automation tools to streamline manual processes

Location

This is a remote position; however, occasional travel to client sites, corporate meetings, and training sessions may be required to support collaboration and engagement execution.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The employer is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other protected status. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.