Senior Audit Associate - Construction & Development

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Associates work on client engagements in a variety of industries and lines of business, assist on larger client engagements, and perform most work assigned with a minimum level of assistance. They train and lead associates, instruct them in work to be performed, review the work completed, provide feedback, and direct necessary revisions. Senior Associates must have excellent organizational skills as they coordinate several engagements simultaneously while meeting set deadlines. 

Essential Position Responsibilities: 

• Work as part of a team to provide audit engagement services for clients 

• Use excellent judgment and analysis to prepare and review workpapers and supporting documentation in conformity with applicable professional standards 

• Draft and review reports, financial statements and other engagement deliverables 

• Exercise discretion and judgement when working with client matters 

• Perform research utilizing various research platforms 

• Review work of Associates and Interns including training and mentoring 

• Advise clients regarding the firm’s other service offerings, including tax and SBS services 

• Participate in the area of business development 

• Utilize cloud-based technology and firm audit software 

Keys to Success: 

• Overall client satisfaction 

• Efficient use of standard technology 

• Strong problem-solving skills 

• Accurate recording of accounting transactions 

• Establish and maintain effective working relationship with co-workers and clients 

• Meeting overall budget and goals 

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business required, a Bachelors in Accounting preferred 

• 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in public accounting

• Experience working in government and/or not-for-profit preferred 

• Licensed CPA or CMA license or working towards obtaining preferred 

• Understanding of GAAP and GAAS 

• Strong technology skills 

• Ability to work on multiple projects and meet deadlines 

• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally 

Benefits

Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance; an employer funded profit-sharing plan with a 401(k) option (upon meeting eligibility requirements), group term life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts and a flexible time off and paid leave program.