Jobs · Maryland

Senior Auditor

Syntax Talent Solutions · Hunt Valley, MD · 3 wk ago
HybridFull-time

About the Role

Step into a supervisory audit position where your technical expertise and project leadership will directly shape the quality and efficiency of assurance engagements. This is a direct-hire opportunity with a firm that values professional growth, supports the CPA journey, and offers a flexible hybrid work environment. In this role, you will lead audit and assurance engagements from planning through completion, ensuring high-quality deliverables and adherence to professional standards. You will serve as a key point of contact for engagement teams and firm leadership, coordinating workstreams and timelines across multiple assignments. Your role will have a direct impact on client satisfaction, team effectiveness, and the continuous improvement of audit processes.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the planning, execution, and completion of audit and assurance (A&A) engagements in accordance with firm and professional standards.
  • Coordinate and manage engagement timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure projects are delivered on schedule.
  • Review workpapers and deliverables prepared by staff, providing clear feedback and guidance to ensure accuracy and quality.
  • Identify, research, and resolve complex technical accounting and auditing issues arising during engagements.
  • Communicate proactively with firm leadership and engagement teams regarding scheduling, availability, and project status.
  • Collaborate with clients to obtain necessary information, clarify issues, and present audit findings in a clear and professional manner.
  • Support the development of junior team members through on-the-job coaching and knowledge sharing.

Requirements

  • Minimum 3 years of recent audit and assurance experience in public accounting or a similar professional services environment.
  • Strong understanding of A&A engagement methodologies, standards, and best practices.
  • Demonstrated project management skills, including managing multiple engagements and deadlines.
  • Proven ability to identify and address technical accounting and auditing issues.
  • Comfortable working in a hybrid environment, effectively managing time and deliverables both on-site and remotely.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients and internal stakeholders.
  • High level of accountability, reliability, and attention to detail.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field required.
  • CPA license obtained or actively in process of obtaining (exam completion or near completion strongly preferred).
  • Additional professional certifications (e.g., CIA, CISA) are a plus.

Skills

  • Experience supervising and mentoring junior audit staff.
  • Exposure to a range of industries and complex engagement types - real estate industry is highly preferred.
  • Familiarity with common audit software and data analytics tools.

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