Senior Audit Associate

The Audit & Assurance Senior is responsible for leading audit engagements performing financial statement audits reviews and assurance services while providing exceptional client service across a variety of industries. This role combines technical accounting knowledge risk assessment financial reporting and team leadership to deliver high-quality audit engagements in accordance with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The ideal candidate is detail-oriented analytical and committed to helping clients strengthen financial reporting internal controls and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Lead audit review and assurance engagements from planning through completion ensuring quality accuracy and timely delivery of client services.
• Prepare and review audit workpapers in accordance with professional auditing standards firm methodologies and regulatory requirements.
• Perform comprehensive risk assessments by evaluating client operations industry trends economic conditions and internal control environments to develop effective audit strategies.
• Conduct substantive testing analytical procedures internal control evaluations and audit documentation to support engagement conclusions.
• Work directly with clients to obtain financial information conduct interviews with management resolve audit issues and maintain strong professional relationships throughout the engagement.
• Prepare financial statements including cash flow statements footnote disclosures management representation letters and communications with those charged with governance.
• Monitor engagement budgets timelines and project milestones communicating potential risks delays or budget variances to engagement leadership.
• Research and apply current accounting and auditing standards ensuring compliance with GAAP GAAS and applicable regulatory guidance.
• Review and resolve engagement review notes promptly while maintaining high standards of accuracy and documentation quality.
• Mentor train and provide technical guidance to junior auditors and staff accountants supporting professional development and knowledge sharing.
• Delegate engagement responsibilities effectively while maintaining overall accountability for audit quality and client satisfaction.
• Identify opportunities to improve audit efficiency strengthen internal controls and provide value-added recommendations to clients.
• Protect confidential financial information by adhering to information security policies ethical standards and professional confidentiality requirements.
• Perform additional audit assurance and advisory responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field. Degree completion or active progress toward completion is preferred.
• One to four years of experience in public accounting audit assurance internal audit or a related financial environment.
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) financial reporting and audit methodology.
• Experience preparing audit workpapers financial statements audit documentation and supporting engagement deliverables.
• Understanding of audit planning risk assessment substantive testing analytical procedures and internal control evaluation.
• Strong analytical critical thinking problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management abilities with experience managing multiple engagements and competing deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex accounting and audit concepts to clients and engagement teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel Word and Teams. Experience with audit software and financial reporting systems is preferred.
• Ability to travel locally and occasionally out of state to support client engagements.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor staff provide constructive feedback and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Desired Qualifications:

• Active pursuit of a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or another relevant professional certification.
• Experience serving clients across multiple industries including privately held businesses nonprofit organizations or middle-market companies.
• Familiarity with internal controls SOX compliance SOC examinations fraud risk assessment and internal audit engagements.
• Experience identifying process improvements strengthening audit efficiency and delivering value-added client recommendations.
• Knowledge of emerging accounting standards audit technologies data analytics and financial reporting best practices.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and delivering exceptional client service through a consultative advisory approach.