Accounting & Assurance Senior

Accounting & Assurance Senior – Role Overview

About the Role

• Seeking a CPA or CPA candidate with strong public accounting and audit experience.
• Lead financial statement audits, reviews, compilations, and preparation engagements from start to finish.
• Work independently while serving as a trusted advisor to clients across a variety of industries.
• Analyze financial statements, research complex accounting matters, and provide practical recommendations.
• Supervise and mentor staff while reviewing work and supporting professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage audit engagements from planning through completion.
• Lead review, compilation, and financial statement preparation engagements.
• Perform risk assessments and develop customized audit procedures.
• Research and resolve complex accounting and reporting issues.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, GAAS, GAGAS, and firm standards.
• Review financial statements, supporting documentation, and audit workpapers.
• Communicate findings, recommendations, and accounting conclusions to clients and internal teams.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while delivering high-quality service.
• Manage engagement budgets, timelines, and scheduling.
• Train and mentor associates and provide ongoing guidance and feedback.

Qualifications

• CPA license or actively pursuing CPA certification with exam sections completed.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3–5+ years of public accounting experience, with a strong focus on audit.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, GAAS, and GAGAS.
• Experience with nonprofit and Yellow Book audits preferred.
• Proficiency with audit software and Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements, priorities, and deadlines effectively.

Preferred Experience

• Exposure to manufacturing, nonprofit, charter schools, construction, or professional services.
• Knowledge of tax provisions and financial statement disclosures.
• Experience with data analytics or technology-driven audit tools is a plus.