Commercial Assurance Senior Associate

Overview

This role is with an accounting firm headquartered in Orange County, California. The organization provides audit and assurance services for business, government, and non-profit clients.

Position: Senior Audit Associate

Responsibilities

• Lead planning meetings, including setting timelines, assigning roles, and overseeing audit engagements
• Provide direction and training to staff in assigned audit areas
• Review and prepare concise, accurate work papers that clearly communicate issues identified in the area being tested
• Communicate project status regularly and identify opportunities for audit efficiencies using available technology tools or new testing methods
• Perform all phases of an engagement, including report preparation
• Participate in business development, including networking with clients and attracting new business

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related specialized professional course work
• Valid CPA license or actively working toward obtaining the license
• 2–4 years of current or recent experience in a public accounting environment
• Ability and willingness to travel to serve clients
• Professional demeanor and excellent attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Deadline-driven with strong time management skills, meeting assigned deadlines or budgets and providing advance notice of problems
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills; able to independently prioritize multiple tasks
• Dedicated to teamwork and integrity while maintaining positive relationships with firm management, staff, and clients

Preferred Qualifications

• Enjoy in-charging engagements and training/developing staff
• Client-focused
• Tech savvy, with high-level proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel); experience with auditing software
• Passion for learning and interest in career growth

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $72,800 - $100,000
• Please note: quoted salary ranges are not guarantees of final salary offers. Base pay may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location.
• Base pay is only one part of Total Rewards. All exempt positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus.
• Employees who are regularly scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week are offered a comprehensive benefits package.

Location

Orange County, California

Typical indoor office environment

Work Authorization

Must be authorized to work in the United States permanently without the requirement of sponsorship at any point in the future.