Assurance Senior Associate
Sorren · Raleigh, NC · 4 wk ago
HybridAccountingFull-time
Position Summary
Your Impact (Essential Duties):
- Perform and supervise larger, more complex assurance projects, including audits, reviews, and compilations
- Address complex accounting issues such as consolidations, deferred tax calculations, and going concern assessments
- Apply thorough knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, and other financial reporting frameworks to audit procedures
- Train, supervise, and delegate work to associates and interns to foster efficiency and team growth
- Review workpapers prepared by associates/interns, provide constructive feedback, and ensure conclusions are appropriate
- Customize audit strategies based on identified risks and ensure audit issues are addressed during planning and performance
- Analyze financial statements and disclosures for errors or omissions
- Prepare client correspondence, perform internal control walkthroughs, and handle client inquiries
- Contribute to engagement budgets and monitor performance against budgets
- Communicate effectively with team members and clients to address audit-related issues and project statuses
- Participate in department-wide training and independent learning to maintain and expand technical knowledge
- Demonstrate strong time management skills to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple engagements
- Perform other duties and display flexibility to take on a variety of responsibilities assigned by firm leadership
- Met annual billable hour and other targets to fulfill individual performance and overall firm productivity
Background
- 3–5 years of experience in assurance-related work
- CPA license or eligible
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field
- Comprehensive understanding of audit standards, procedures, and financial reporting frameworks
- Proficiency in audit-related software and tools
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to supervise and mentor team members
- Excellent communication skills for client and team interactions
- Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage multiple engagements effectively
- High attention to detail and accuracy in financial analysis and reporting
- Analytical thinking to address complex accounting and assurance challenges
Why Choose Us?
- We’re invested in your growth—both personally and professionally
- We’ll support you as you advance in your career while also giving you the flexibility to enjoy life outside of work
- We believe balance fuels success, and we’ve designed our culture and benefits to reflect that
What We Offer*
- Generous paid time off
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Paid holidays, including a firmwide winter break (December 24 – January 1)
- Paid parental leave (available after one year of service)
- Mentorship and career development programs
- CPA exam support to help you succeed on the path to licensure
- Firm-sponsored events and spontaneous team activities
- Celebrations to mark milestones like the end of busy season and the holidays
Benefits
Benefits are available to full-time employees regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week.