Senior Audit Associate

Duties And Responsibilities

• Assume full responsibility for small and medium-size audit and attest engagements requiring the services of one or two associates.
• Research technical issues as they arise. Can exercise professional judgment related to technical issues.
• Review and analyze internal control.
• Prepare audit programs and time budgets.
• Train and supervise associates assigned to the engagement.
• Manage all aspects of an engagement including client satisfaction.
• Demonstrate critical thinking when working with general and complex audit engagements.
• Cultivate role as a client contact and elevate client relationships with the firm.
• Identify opportunities to share knowledge with teammates, including time saving strategies with others to help improve their efficiency while maintaining quality.
• Participate in researching and planning in accordance with current laws and/or generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

Skills

• Able to maintain professionalism during client interactions.
• Display ownership when working on assigned tasks or projects.
• Display leadership abilities in sharing knowledge, teaching, leading projects or tasks.
• Display personal initiative to increase knowledge and skills through personal development.
• Focus on relationship building both internally and externally with clients.
• Adaptability to change regarding firm processes procedures and various client situations.
• Great attention to detail when working on multiple tasks and projects.
• Great time management when working on various projects.
• Possess a great risk assessment awareness ability.
• Have an understanding of technical proficiency in accounting and auditing.
• Able to utilize and follow firm processes and software.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in auditing services.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office suite.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Detail-oriented and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Knowledge of auditing practices and procedures.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States of America.
• Actively working towards obtaining CPA, if not already certified.