Senior Audit Associate

PKF O’Connor Davies, LLP is looking for a Senior Audit Associate to join our Newtown Square, PA office. Location: Newtown Square, PA 19073. Responsibilities Oversee the efforts of multiple commercial client audit and review engagements and demonstrate the ability to run engagements within allotted time budgets. Apply technical skills; take the initiative to identify best practices and improvements and consider applicability of best practices for other clients. Research complex accounting topics and form a conclusion utilizing the Firm’s research tools. Maintain active communication with clients to manage expectations and ensure satisfaction. Identify and communicate to management suggestions to improve client internal controls and accounting procedures. Understand internal control deficiencies, train entry‑level staff on internal control processes and develop comments for management letters. Understand risk assessment process and apply knowledge in completing all related forms. Prepare financial reports (statements, notes and any supplemental information) and all other client deliverables. Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality. Apply industry trends to analytics, formulate expectations and determine reasonableness. Play a key role in execution of audit and review engagements from planning to wrap‑up and develop audit program steps to identify risks to ensure that the assignment quality standards are achieved. Manage engagement staff to meet deliverable deadlines, identify roadblocks and understand critical milestones to meet client service expectations. Provide quality on‑the‑job training and constructive feedback to interns and staff. Actively participate in learning and development opportunities, formal learning (CPE) and training programs. Attend professional development, networking events and training seminars on a regular basis. Qualifications 3+ years of progressive experience in a public accounting firm auditing financial statements. Experience as in‑charge on engagements required. CPA certification or demonstrated progress towards obtaining CPA certification, including required coursework (150 credits). Excellent analytical, technical and auditing skills including familiarity with US GAAP. Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word. Ability to meet challenging client requirements, provide services, and possess strong communication, interpersonal, and research abilities. Ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions and recommendations in client related matters pertaining to the audit. Travel to client locations required. Must be able to work in office at least 3 days per week. Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision plans Basic Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Life Insurance 401(k) plan and Profit‑Sharing program Flexible Spending & Health Saving accounts Employee Assistance, Wellness, and Work‑life programs Inclusive Parental Leave Benefits Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Firm Holidays Community & Volunteering programs Recognition & Rewards programs Training & Certification programs Discretionary Performance Bonus Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future. PKFOD is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all persons in connection with hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation or other conditions of the employment relationship regardless of race, color, age, sex, marital status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, philosophy/religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, political affiliation or belief, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr