Senior Assurance Associate

About the role

Whittlesey is a diverse team that provides assurance, advisory, tax, and technology services to today’s business leaders. We have been named one of the “Best of the Best” Firms and one of the “Top 200 Firms” by INSIDE Public Accounting (IPA).

Responsibilities

• Prepare clear, well-structured audit documentation for advanced assignments, ensuring the execution of high-quality audits.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of industry-specific accounting to solve problems and meet client deadlines using appropriate audit procedures.
• Provide timely feedback to associates and interns through regular meetings during and after audits to support their professional development.
• Set and articulate goals, identifying milestones for personal advancement within the Firm while maintaining strong performance.
• Collaborate effectively in a hybrid work environment, communicating regularly with peers and management to ensure project deadlines are met.
• Review the work of associates and interns to ensure compliance with audit procedures and documentation, while proactively identifying issues and progress to the engagement team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university and/or equivalent years of experience.
• CPA license or actively pursuing CPA license.
• 150 credit hours for CPA certification or actively pursuing.
• Minimum two years of experience in tax compliance.
• Must possess a valid state Driver’s License.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university and/or equivalent years of experience.
• Must possess a valid state Driver’s License.

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail.
• Problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules.
• Competitive paid time off program.
• Subsidized medical and dental coverage.
• LTD and life insurance, all paid entirely by the Firm.
• 401(k) plan with profit sharing.

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in this posting.

Schedule

This position is a hybrid position, alternating between working remotely at the office or client locations.