Experienced Senior Audit Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Experienced Senior Audit Associate

Irvine, CA

Description

Unlock Your Potential: EXPERIENCED SENIOR AUDIT ASSOCIATE Position Open for Qualified Candidates

Location: Irvine, CA, US

Type: Full-Time

Industry: Accounting and Financial Services

Welcome to JLK Rosenberger: Where Careers Skyrocket!

Are you ready to take the next step in your public accounting career? JLK Rosenberger is seeking an Experienced Senior Audit Associate who wants greater client exposure, leadership opportunities, and a clear path for professional growth.

Why JLK Rosenberger?

• Fast-Track Your Career: Imagine becoming a partner in your 30s. At our fast-growing firm, rapid advancement isn't just a catchphrase—it’s a reality. You'll have direct access to firm leadership, meaningful client responsibilities, and opportunities to take on increasing levels of engagement ownership early in your career.
• Dynamic Culture: Work alongside approachable partners and close-knit colleagues who are as supportive as they are professional. We value collaboration, open communication, and an environment with less bureaucracy, allowing your ideas and contributions to make a real impact.
• Get the Full Experience: Gain exposure to every stage of the audit process—from planning and risk assessment to financial statement issuance. You'll work directly with clients, supervise and mentor staff, review workpapers, and develop the leadership skills needed to successfully manage engagements and accelerate your career growth.
• State of the Art Technology: Leverage AI-enabled audit tools and modern technologies to enhance research, workflow efficiency, and audit quality. You'll also have opportunities to contribute to firm initiatives and help shape how we adopt and utilize emerging technologies.
• Flexible Work Environment: Choose how you work best with our flexible remote work schedules. Occasional fieldwork is required over the course of the year, but most client sites are local and reachable via car.

What We’re Looking For

We are currently seeking a skilled Experienced Senior Audit Associate with at least four years of public accounting experience (at least one year as a Senior Audit Associate) to join our Assurance team. The ideal candidate is naturally curious, solution-oriented, and committed to delivering high-quality client service. In addition to strong technical accounting and auditing skills, we are looking for an individual who demonstrates leadership potential, communicates effectively, and enjoys developing others.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead audit and review engagements from planning through financial statement issuance, supervise and develop junior team members, and build meaningful client relationships. If you are looking for a position that combines technical growth, leadership development, and a clear path for advancement, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As an Experienced Senior Audit Associate, you’ll work with clients across a variety of industries including construction, manufacturing, nonprofit, and employee benefit plans. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in audit principles who is ready to take on more responsibility, lead engagements, and mentor junior staff.

Specific Responsibilities include:

• Getting to know our clients, their business and how they work to provide the right service
• Proactively assist the team in audit and review engagements from planning through reporting
• Perform risk assessments and evaluate internal controls
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and firm policies
• Supervise and mentor junior associates and begin strengthening the soft skills to support evaluating their performance
• The ability to develop quality client relationships and loyalty
• Proficient at accounting and auditing research including knowledge of the reference sources available to the firm
• Coordinate with offshore teams and manage workflow efficiency
• Contribute to internal initiatives such as training, process improvement, and AI integration

Skills and Attributes for Success

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment
• Ability to prioritize work under tight deadlines
• Ability to adapt to change
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to interact with various levels of leadership (client or within the team) in both written and verbal form
• Self-motivating and taking responsibility for personal growth and development
• Detail oriented and a high level of pride in your work
• Experience with audit software and engagement management platforms (CCH Engagement, Engagement Manager, PPC audit methodology or similar)

Perks and Benefits

We understand that our employees are the backbone of our firm, and this is why we offer a comprehensive benefit plan package:

• Unlimited PTO: You set your days off to balance your work and personal life.
• Top-Tier Benefits: Low premiums on medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• A 401(k) plan with a 3% salary-based safe harbor contribution and discretionary profit sharing is offered after meeting the plan requirements.
• CPA License Journey: We support a CPA exam review course and reimburse fees for passed exam sections.
• Continuing Education: We invest in your professional growth and provide consistent, customized, and diverse outlets for CPE.
• Let Loose: Annual Christmas party, Ditch the Office Day, and more!
• Give Back: We’ll make an annual $300 charitable donation to the charity of your choice.
• All Around Development: Opportunities in firm growth, recruitment, mentorship, and guidance to help build your professional brand.
• Purposeful Work: Feel the immediate impact of your contributions.

Ready to Soar?

If you’re eager to join a firm that supports your professional dreams while also fostering a work-life balance, we want to hear from you! Apply now and redefine your career trajectory with JLK Rosenberger.

Don't just settle for a job—craft your legacy with us.

Requirements

• At least three years of public accounting experience
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics or another related field
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and auditing standards
• CPA license or progress towards licensure