Audit Senior

About the Role

At Novogradac, we value individuals who bring unique perspectives and bold ideas. The Senior Accountant will manage a variety of audit and other attest assignments with minimal supervision, focusing on supervising and mentoring staff, independent problem-solving, strengthening client relationships, and increasing team profitability. While this role operates within the Firm’s broader Tax/Audit practice, the majority of time will be spent supporting audit clients and developing audit-specific technical expertise.

Responsibilities

• Complete audit and/or attest projects for designated clients with minimal oversight.
• Conduct thorough engagement reviews and accept increasing responsibility for engagement management.
• Recognize potential problem areas during engagements and propose effective solutions.
• Conduct business-specific research—gather and analyze data, interpret results, compile reports, and make recommendations.
• Develop, strengthen, and maintain effective client relationships through professionalism, responsiveness, and a service-oriented approach.
• Enhance skills in the Firm’s focus industries by completing training courses.
• Increase team profitability by managing time efficiently and contributing value-added ideas.
• Supervise and mentor Staff Accountants.
• Work toward obtaining a CPA license if not already obtained.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in accounting or finance (advanced degree is a plus).
• 2-3 years of experience in public accounting and/or an appropriate balance of education and work experience.
• Ability to sit for the CPA exam or passed sections of the CPA exam is a plus.
• Strong understanding of accounting and auditing rules.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Intellectual curiosity and a commitment to accuracy and efficiency.
• Strong organizational, follow-through, and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize a fast-paced and varied workload with shifting priorities.
• Ability to accept constructive feedback and make adjustments as directed.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to foster a productive, team-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (particularly Excel) and report writing tools.
• Maintain a professional demeanor with co-workers and clients.
• Ability to meet internal Firm deadlines (time entry, billing, etc.).
• Available to work evenings and weekends based on position needs and to travel domestically if required.

Preferred Experience

• Affordable Housing
• Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC)
• Opportunity Zones (OZ)
• Renewable Energy Tax Credits (RETC)
• Historical Tax Credits (HTC)
• Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
• New Markets Tax Credits (NMTC)
• Real Estate, Developers, Partnerships
• Housing Authority (HA) / Public Housing Authority
• Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI)
• Community Development Entity Certification Applications (CDE)
• Property Compliance
• Nonprofit
• Single Audit, Uniform Guidance, A-133
• Forecasting, Cost Segregation, Year 15 Exit
• Tax-exempt bond and HOME programs

Benefits

• Increased number of paid holidays per year.
• Competitive salaries with continuous review of market conditions.
• Flexible working hours and work arrangements (remote and hybrid opportunities).
• Inclusive workplace with strong professional growth and development opportunities.
• 401(k) package with firm profit-sharing.
• Discretionary annual bonuses for eligible positions and a CPA bonus plan.
• Strong emphasis on work-life integration.
• “Dress for your day” policy.
• Resources of a national firm.
• Opportunities to engage with active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and affinity groups.

Pay

$91,000 to $112,500 depending on experience. Higher compensation possible based on experience.