Senior Audit Associate

Senior Accountant – Audit Join Abacus! — Where Your Career is Adding Up! We are seeking a Senior Associate to join our Audit team in Fayetteville, AR or Springfield, MO. This is a client-facing leadership role responsible for managing audit engagements, supervising staff, and delivering high-quality assurance services in a fast-paced public accounting environment. What to Expect in This Role Public accounting in audit is demanding. Engagement deadlines are firm, standards are rigorous, and expectations are high. Workloads fluctuate seasonally, and priorities may shift quickly. Key Responsibilities Lead audit engagements from planning through completion in accordance with GAAS, GAAP, and applicable regulatory standards. Perform risk assessments and develop audit strategies tailored to client operations. Evaluate internal controls and financial reporting processes. Review workpapers, financial statements, and audit documentation for accuracy and completeness. Ensure compliance with firm policies, professional standards, and regulatory requirements. Manage multiple audit engagements and deadlines concurrently. Coordinate engagement timelines, staffing, and deliverables. Identify audit issues and develop practical, value-driven solutions. Maintain organized and timely communication throughout the engagement lifecycle. Serve as a primary point of contact for assigned audit clients. Communicate audit findings, insights, and recommendations clearly and professionally. Foster strong, long-term client relationships built on trust and credibility. Address client questions and concerns in a timely manner. Supervise and mentor audit staff, providing guidance, review, and constructive feedback. Support professional development and technical growth of team members. Promote accountability, collaboration, and high-performance standards. Partner with Audit Managers and firm leadership to strengthen team effectiveness. Identify opportunities to improve client processes and internal controls. Provide value-added recommendations to enhance financial and operational performance. Stay informed of regulatory updates, accounting standards, and industry trends. Collaborate across service lines to deliver integrated client solutions. What We’re Looking For Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field. Minimum of 3 years of public accounting experience with a focus on audit engagements. Strong understanding of auditing standards (GAAS), accounting principles (GAAP), and regulatory frameworks (PCAOB where applicable). Proven ability to manage multiple engagements and meet deadlines. Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills. Proficiency in audit software, financial analysis tools, and Microsoft Office Suite. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to identify issues, analyze data, and develop practical solutions. Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, ethics, and integrity. Preferred Qualifications CPA certification or active progress toward CPA licensure. Experience supervising audit staff. Experience with QuickBooks Online, UltraTax, and AdvanceFlow. Exposure to complex audit engagements or specialized industries. Work Environment & Schedule Full-time, salaried, exempt position. Based in Fayetteville, AR or Springfield, MO. Some travel required for on-site audit engagements. Standard office hours with additional hours required during peak audit seasons. Compensation & Benefits Compensation for this role is designed to reflect both core responsibilities and individual contribution. This position is paid on a salary basis using a total compensation model, which includes a base salary plus performance-based incentive pay through the firm’s Balanced Scorecard program. Incentive pay is earned and a portion paid monthly based on individual performance and included as part of the role’s total compensation. Compensation is determined based on experience, qualifications, performance, and role alignment within the firm. Flexible scheduling aligned with client deadlines and engagement responsibilities. Unlimited PTO planned in coordination with engagement schedules and peak seasons. Supervisory Responsibility This position has supervisory responsibilities over audit staff and reports to the Audit Manager. Physical & Position Demands This position requires regular communication, close vision, and the ability to focus on detailed financial information. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Equal Opportunity Abacus! is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr