Assurance Senior

Job Description

Assurance Senior - Birmingham, AL

Who: A detail-oriented assurance professional with a strong interest in providing high-quality client service.

What: Support audit preparation, develop workpapers, analyze financial data, and identify value-added opportunities for clients.

When: Full-time role with chargeable hour expectations and ongoing professional development.

Where: Birmingham, AL

Why: To contribute to client success through accurate audit work, problem-solving, and continuous learning.

Office Environment: A supportive, fast-paced team environment focused on accuracy, communication, and professional growth.

Salary: Competitive compensation with benefits.

Position Overview:
We are seeking an Assurance Associate who will support audit engagements by preparing workpapers, analyzing financial information, identifying issues, and offering value-added insights. This role offers opportunities to expand technical skills, contribute to client relationships, and progress toward CPA completion.

Essential Functions:
• Prepare for audits, including trial balance and lead sheet setup, schedule creation, and financial analysis.
• Verify client accounting records and update financial statements.
• Gain understanding of client businesses and industry considerations.
• Meet budget and realization goals while supporting staff in meeting their targets.
• Identify client issues and clarify service responsibilities.
• Participate in staff and intern recruiting efforts.
• Stay current on professional developments and research technical issues.
• Identify problem areas and propose solutions to managers and partners.
• Provide value-added suggestions from audit and review work.
• Meet assigned chargeable hour goals.
• Participate in internal training as needed.
• Work toward passing the CPA exam if not already achieved.

Position Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA license strongly preferred.
• Two to five years of public accounting experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of basic accounting procedures and GAAP.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to multitask.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

If you're interested in learning more about this opportunity or would like to discuss your qualifications, please apply now.