Audit Sr. - Public

About the role

We are looking for an experienced audit specialist to join a growing public accounting team in Burnsville, Minnesota. This opportunity is well suited for someone who enjoys working with privately held businesses, leading core financial statement engagements, and contributing to the continued expansion of an audit practice within a mid-sized firm environment. The role offers exposure to a collaborative team setting and a workload that supports a more balanced busy season than many traditional public accounting positions.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial statement audit engagements for privately held clients from planning through final delivery.
• Review accounting records, supporting schedules, and year-end reporting materials to assess accuracy and compliance.
• Evaluate financial data and identify issues, risks, and areas requiring additional audit attention.
• Prepare and refine audit workpapers, reports, and related documentation in accordance with applicable standards.
• Communicate findings, recommendations, and engagement progress clearly to clients and internal team members.
• Coordinate audit timelines, manage assigned priorities, and help ensure engagements are completed efficiently.
• Support the development of the firm’s expanding audit practice by contributing technical knowledge and engagement leadership.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of audit experience, preferably within public accounting.
• Demonstrated ability to manage traditional financial statement audits with limited oversight.
• Strong understanding of auditing procedures, financial reporting, and year-end financial statements.
• Experience analyzing financial statements and assessing supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Background working with privately held or closely held organizations is strongly preferred.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to work directly with clients and internal stakeholders.
• CPA designation or progress toward certification is preferred.

Benefits

• Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan.
• Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.