Audit Senior

Audit Senior (Hybrid - San Rafael, CA)Salary Range: $90,000 - $120,000 per year (depending on experience)Position Type: Full-Time, Hybrid (Beautiful San Rafael office + remote flexibility)Experience Level: Mid-Senior LevelWhy Join Us?Tired of the typical "churn-and-burn" corporate lifestyle of large accounting firms? We are a premier, highly regarded regional CPA firm that has been voted the "Best Accounting / CPA Firm" by Marin IJ readers eight times. Located in the heart of scenic Marin County, we specialize in providing high-touch, personalized financial guidance to a vast and diverse client base.When you join our team of roughly 30 passionate professionals, you aren't just a number. You will have direct access to our 6 collaborative shareholders and the chance to work across an incredible breadth of industries. From tech startups, real estate development, and construction firms to local government special districts and fulfilling non-profit agencies (like childcare facilities and performing arts organizations), your work will remain exciting, dynamic, and impactful.We believe in a balanced work environment that rewards your talent, provides flexible working hours, and helps you actively advance your accounting career.What We OfferCompetitive Compensation: $90K - $120K base salary, tailored to your background.Work Flexibility: A seamless hybrid schedule allowing you to work from home while staying connected with your team in our modern San Rafael office.True Work-Life Integration: Enjoy flexible working hours and robust Paid Time Off (PTO) so you never have to choose between a rewarding career and your personal life.Strong Retirement Savings: A comprehensive 401(k) plan featuring Safe Harbor contributions to secure your financial future.Professional Growth: Active mentorship from seasoned CPAs, diverse project exposure, and a clear path toward management or specialization.What You Will DoAs an Audit Senior, you will take ownership of the attest lifecycle and serve as a vital bridge between our project managers, staff, and clients.Lead Engagements: Plan, execute, and wrap up audit, review, and compilation engagements for both for-profit businesses and non-profit organizations.Build Relationships: Serve as a proactive, direct point of contact for client personnel, understanding their unique operations and answering complex reporting questions.Draft Financial Statements: Prepare and summarize high-quality financial reporting packages, disclosures, and narratives in conformity with U.S. GAAP.Mentor Staff: Help instruct, guide, and review the work of staff auditors, cultivating a collaborative team culture.Deliver Higher-Value Insights: Identify operational risks or process improvements for clients, evolving your skills from standard compliance into a trusted business advisor.What We Are Looking ForExperience: 2 to 5+ years of recent audit experience within a public accounting firm.Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.Technical Knowledge: Solid grasp of U.S. GAAP, GAAS, and standard auditing procedures.CPA Status: A CPA License is a strong "nice-to-have" but NOT a requirement. We highly welcome candidates who are actively pursuing or planning to sit for the CPA exam.Location requirement: Must be able to commute to our office in San Rafael, CA for the in-office portion of the hybrid work schedule.Soft Skills: Excellent communication, a relationship-driven approach to client service, and strong time-management skills.Benefits401(k) matchingDental insuranceDisability insuranceFlexible scheduleHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offVision insuranceHyrbid flex