Audit Senior Associate

About the role

The Senior Audit Associate position is available at one of Brown Edwards' 13 offices. We are seeking candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, with a preference for a Master's degree, and at least 2 years of public accounting experience. A CPA designation is preferred but not required. Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office and firm-supported software applications is expected. Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills are necessary, along with the ability to supervise and train Associates effectively.

Responsibilities

• Directs engagements, including responsibility for timelines, budgets, schedules, and the assignment of Associates.
• Reviews and prepares workpapers and related client deliverables.
• Maintains firm confidentiality.
• Follows firm policies by conforming to procedures outlined in the Associate Handbook.
• Develops an understanding of the firm’s vision, plan, and strategies and their role in achieving them.
• Works sufficient hours needed in order to complete projects assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years public accounting experience preferred.
• CPA designation preferred.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office and firm supported software applications.
• Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Willingness to remain current through continuing professional education and ongoing professional development.
• Ability to supervise and train Associates effectively.
• Ability to interact professionally and effectively.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Preferred to have a Master's degree in Accounting.
• At least 2 years of public accounting experience.
• CPA designation is preferred but not required.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office and firm supported software applications.
• Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Willingness to remain current through continuing professional education and ongoing professional development.
• Ability to supervise and train Associates effectively.
• Ability to interact professionally and effectively.

Skills

• Technical competence.
• Professional judgment.
• Communication skills.
• Supervisory and training abilities.
• Interpersonal and client relationship management.

Benefits

Full benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA and HSA options.
• STD/LTD, Firm-paid Life Insurance, and Supplemental Life, Critical Illness and Accident coverages.
• 401K Profit Sharing Plan with Pre-tax and Roth deferral options and employer match.
• Annual and engagement-based performance assessments.
• Firm-wide Peer Recognition and Rewards platform.
• Flexible working options with generous PTO.

Pay

Pay Range: $60k-$120k

Schedule

Flexible working options with generous PTO.

Company Information

Brown Edwards is a Top 100 Firm providing assurance, tax, and business advisory services to a diverse clientele. With a firm-wide staff of approximately 450 professionals, our accounting firm is one of the largest independent CPA firms in the Virginia / West Virginia / Tennessee region. We support individuals and businesses ranging from small companies to large corporations. Our success is directly attributable to an unyielding commitment to excellence in every aspect of our work. Core Values: Integrity : Community : Respect : Excellence : Transformative

Contact Information

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