Audit Senior

Overview

This role is for an Audit Senior Associate. You will collaborate with business owners and executives to identify risks, plan key transactions, and improve the quality of critical decision-making information. The position includes leadership responsibilities such as overseeing audit fieldwork, assigning detailed tasks to staff, and reviewing work papers to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develop effective working relationships with clients and firm associates
• Gain a comprehensive understanding of client operations, processes, and business objectives, and apply that knowledge throughout engagements
• Communicate clearly with clients and internal stakeholders, verbally and electronically
• Analyze accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to financial reporting and procedural standards
• Perform key risk audit procedures requiring appropriate understanding of account balances and related technical guidance
• Prepare financial statements, including related disclosures, using available firm resources
• Plan and perform audits in accordance with firm audit methodology, using effective delegation to maximize engagement efficiency
• Identify potential audit issues from basic analysis of financial statements and audit procedures, and communicate them to the team
• Research technical areas, form conclusions, and present them before discussing with managers/partners
• Support interns and staff through professional development and active availability during engagements
• Manage staff effectively while in the field
• Contribute ideas to improve internal processes and client engagements
• Provide timely suggestions for work papers and coach associates through detailed, directional review notes
• Work with the engagement team and management to identify and resolve client issues discovered during engagements
• Communicate performance updates to management and the engagement team in a timely and effective manner, including any related obstacles
• Give and receive feedback to minimize repeated errors and apply new concepts
• Plan and perform operational and financial audits to ensure financial statements are fairly presented in accordance with GAAP
• Participate in training and development opportunities as both an attendee and facilitator
• Take ownership of assignments to ensure timely completion and ongoing professional development
• Participate in firm events year-round, including recruiting, associate meetings, volunteer events, and firm outings
• Actively study and prepare for the CPA certification

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree required; Master’s preferred
• 2+ years of audit experience required
• Actively studying and preparing for the CPA certification if not already obtained
• Advanced knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and financial statements required
• Demonstrates appropriate understanding of financial reporting, including Firm, FASB, GASB, AICPA accounting and auditing standards
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong commitment to professional and client service excellence
• Proven time management, organizational, and prioritization skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Generous medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other benefits
• Promotion and milestone bonus incentives for all associates
• Ample PTO and unlimited Sick Time
• July 4th/Summer Shutdown and soft close between Christmas and New Year’s
• Summer Fridays
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Mental Wellness Programs
• Sabbatical Program
• Flexible scheduling to help balance personal and professional priorities

Location

Not specified in the job description.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information; citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.