Staff Auditor

POSITION SUMMARY

The Staff Auditor is an entry-level public accounting professional responsible for supporting the planning, execution, and documentation of financial audits, reviews, and other assurance services under the supervision of the Audit Manager and senior audit team members at CPA Ramón Sanabria & Associates. This position offers a recent accounting graduate the opportunity to build a career in public auditing, gaining hands-on experience in the application of professional standards, evaluation of internal controls, financial analysis, and the preparation of high-quality working papers. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, keen attention to detail, a commitment to continuous learning, and the professional integrity required to grow into an auditor of excellence.

ABOUT SANABRIA & ASSOCIATES

Sanabria & Associates is a full-service tax, accounting, and business consulting firm headquartered in Caguas, Puerto Rico, dedicated to providing outstanding service to every client through three core principles: honesty, humbleness from the heart, and integrity. Founded by Ramón J. Sanabria and backed by over 30 years of uninterrupted service, the firm delivers a comprehensive range of solutions including tax preparation and planning, IRS representation, payroll, small business accounting, part-time CFO services, strategic business planning, business valuation, new business formation, personal financial planning, and estate planning. Built on the belief that trust and transparency are the foundation of every client relationship, the firm approaches each engagement with the sincerity, accuracy, and ethical commitment that has made it a reputable and dependable partner for small businesses, executives, and independent professionals across Puerto Rico and beyond.

COMPENSATION & REPORTING

Target Base Salary

$16-20/hr

Full-time, on-site

Audit Manager and senior audit team members

Caguas, Puerto Rico, with travel to client facilities across various municipalities of Puerto Rico

Professional proficiency in Spanish (required); functional proficiency in English (required)

Active pursuit of CPA licensure strongly encouraged and supported

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

• Financial audits and assurance engagements are planned, executed, and documented on time and in full conformance with applicable professional standards, with no material deficiencies in working papers or deliverables.
• Working papers are complete, clear, and thoroughly documented, providing well-supported audit conclusions that reflect the quality standard the firm upholds on every engagement.
• Substantive tests and controls tests are executed accurately and efficiently, with discrepancies, risks, and findings clearly identified, documented, and communicated to the supervising auditor without delay.
• Time budgets and client delivery deadlines are consistently met across all active engagements, demonstrating the organization, reliability, and professional discipline the firm's reputation depends on.
• The Staff Auditor progresses steadily in technical knowledge, professional competency, and CPA licensure readiness, demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement and the firm's standard of excellence.

OBJECTIVES & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the planning, execution, and documentation of financial audits, reviews, and other assurance services in full conformance with applicable professional standards and under the supervision of the senior auditor and Audit Manager on every assigned engagement.
• Prepare complete, clear, and properly documented working papers that support audit conclusions and meet the firm's documentation quality standards across all client engagements.
• Execute substantive tests and controls tests as directed, applying sound professional judgment and thorough attention to detail throughout each step of the testing process.
• Evaluate financial and operational information to identify discrepancies, risks, and areas of opportunity, documenting findings clearly and communicating them to the supervising auditor in a timely and organized manner.
• Obtain, organize, and document audit evidence gathered during each engagement, ensuring the audit file is complete, accurate, and audit-ready at every stage of the process.
• Meet the time budgets and delivery deadlines established for each audit, managing workload and competing priorities effectively across multiple simultaneous assignments.
• Contribute to the development and standardization of internal Audit Department processes, supporting initiatives that improve efficiency, quality, and consistency of work.
• Leverage technology tools and AI platforms such as Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar applications to increase the efficiency, accuracy, and consistency of audit documentation and analysis.
• Maintain professional, clear, and timely communication with clients and team members throughout each engagement.
• Pursue continuous professional development by staying current on relevant auditing standards, accounting regulations, and technical developments that support advancement toward CPA licensure.
• Travel to client facilities across various municipalities of Puerto Rico as required by each engagement, conducting on-site audit work in a professional and organized manner.
• Handle all client and engagement information with strict confidentiality, maintaining the highest standards of data security and professional discretion at all times.

COMPETENCIES

• Integrity and Professional Ethics — approaches all audit work with honesty, transparency, and ethical conduct, handling sensitive client information with strict confidentiality.
• Analytical Thinking — evaluates financial and operational data with precision and structured reasoning to identify discrepancies, risks, and trends.
• Attention to Detail — prepares working papers and audit documentation with thoroughness and accuracy, ensuring no detail is overlooked.
• Reading Comprehension & Writing — reads, interprets, and compiles accounting information accurately, and documents findings in clear, coherent, well-organized written form.
• Time Management — manages multiple simultaneous assignments effectively, meeting time budgets and client delivery deadlines.
• Problem Solving — approaches audit challenges with logical, structured thinking, identifying issues early and communicating proposed solutions clearly.
• Communication — communicates professionally and clearly in both Spanish and English, orally and in writing.
• Continuous Learning — actively pursues professional development and advances consistently toward CPA licensure.
• Teamwork & Collaboration — contributes actively to the audit team under the direction of senior auditors and the Audit Manager.
• Technology Adaptability — applies intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office 365 and embraces AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot to enhance audit work.
• Organization & Accountability — manages audit files, working papers, and evidence in a disciplined manner and takes personal ownership of all assigned tasks and deliverables.
• Professionalism — represents the firm with composure, respect, and integrity in every client and team interaction.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• Eligible to obtain CPA license; active pursuit of CPA licensure is strongly encouraged.
• Recent graduate or up to two years of experience in auditing, public accounting, or a closely related field.
• Prior experience through internships, professional practice, or employment in a public accounting firm is valued.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel required; proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint) required.
• Experience or familiarity with AI tools such as ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, or similar platforms is a plus.
• Valid driver's license and access to a personal vehicle required for travel to client facilities across Puerto Rico.
• Professional proficiency in Spanish (oral and written) required; functional proficiency in English (oral and written) required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Able to work in an office environment using computer equipment for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Able to remain seated or standing for extended periods as required by the nature of audit work and client site visits.
• Able to travel to client facilities across various municipalities in Puerto Rico as required by each engagement.
• Able to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and through virtual platforms including Microsoft Teams.
• Able to handle highly confidential client and financial information with the discretion and care required by professional auditing standards.