Audit Senior

Job Title: Senior Accountant / Senior Associate - Assurance ServicesPosition Type: Full-Time (Hybrid / Fully Remote options available for experienced candidates)Locations: Cleveland, OH | Akron, OHPosition OverviewWe are a fast-growing, mid-sized regional public accounting firm with over 170 professionals and a national client base. Named a Top Workplace, we pride ourselves on maintaining a supportive culture, providing active mentorship, and offering a highly reasonable busy-season workload to protect your work-life balance.We are seeking a motivated, skilled Audit Senior to join our growing Assurance Services team. This role sits at the heart of our engagements, acting as the day-to-day lead on client accounts while helping guide and coach junior staff.Key ResponsibilitiesLead Engagements: Drive financial audits, reviews, and compilations from initial planning through to final completion.Fieldwork Direction: Manage daily field operations, monitor budgets, and establish efficient timelines.Workpaper Review: Draft and review clear audit documentation, trial balances, and financial statements.Team Mentorship: Supervise, coach, and provide direct on-the-job training to staff accountants and interns.Client Relations: Serve as a primary point of contact for client personnel, ensuring smooth data flow and year-round contact.Evaluate Controls: Analyze and test client internal controls, systems, and financial reporting processes to minimize risk.Technical Research: Research complex GAAP, GAAS, and industry-specific regulations to resolve specialized accounting issues.Specialized Compliance: Assist with specialized niche assurance services, including our robust HUD reporting and compliance practice.Qualifications & RequirementsEducation: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or Finance.Experience: Minimum of 2 to 5 years of recent experience in public accounting audit/assurance roles.CPA Status: CPA certification is strongly preferred, or actively working toward eligibility/completion.Technical Skills: Deep working knowledge of GAAP and standard auditing procedures, with proficiency in modern audit software and MS Excel.Niche Knowledge: Prior experience with HUD audits or specialized real estate/healthcare portfolios is a major plus but not required.Leadership Traits: Strong project management abilities with the capability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.What We OfferClear, transparent paths to Supervisor, Manager, and leadership tiers.Generous compensation packages with performance-based bonuses.Flexible work models (hybrid office tracking or 100% remote options for qualified seniors).A true team-oriented, collaborative office environment with firm leadership accessibility.BenefitsCompetitive salaries and bonus programsFlexible work schedule - remote capabilitiesPaid time off (PTO) accrued from date of hireCompetitive medical, dental, vision, and short-term disability insurance401(k) plan with employer matchProfessional organization membership reimbursementCPE course reimbursementTuition reimbursement for advanced degreesTechnical and development training