Audit Senior

Position Summary The Senior Accountant will manage a variety of audit and other attest assignments as designated by the Supervisor or Manager. At this level, the Senior Accountant should function with minimal supervision and increased focus is placed on supervising and mentoring Staff, independent problem solving, strengthening client relationships and increasing team profitability. While this position operates within the Firm’s broader Tax/Audit practice, the individual in this role will spend the majority of their time supporting audit clients and developing audit-specific technical expertise. Responsibilities, qualifications and expectations outlined in this job description apply broadly; however, day-to-day assignments and client work will be aligned to audit engagements based on business needs. Your Contributions and Responsibilities Complete audit and/or attest projects for designated clients as directed with minimal oversight by Supervisors or Managers. Conduct thorough engagement reviews. Accept increasing responsibility for engagement management. Recognize potential problem areas during engagements and propose effective solutions. Conduct business specific research – gather and analyze data, interpret results, compile reports and make recommendations. Develop, strengthen and maintain effective client relationships through professionalism, responsiveness and service-oriented approach. Enhance skills in the industries the Firm focuses on by seeking out and completing training courses. Increase the team’s profitability by managing your time and the time of Staff efficiently, contributing ideas and adding value. Supervise and mentor Staff Accountants. If not already obtained, work toward obtaining a CPA license. Other duties and projects as assigned. Your Background and Skills Bachelor’s degree, preferably in accounting or finance (advanced degree is a plus) and 2-3 years of experience in public accounting, and/or appropriate balance of education and work experience. Ability to sit for the CPA exam or passed sections of the CPA exam is a plus. Exhibit a strong understanding of accounting and auditing rules. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrate a level of intellectual curiosity. Perform work accurately and in a time efficient manner, with strong attention to detail. Strong organizational and follow-through skills. Ability to effectively prioritize a fast-paced and varied workload, effectively manage a variety of concurrent and shifting priorities. Ability to accept constructive feedback from management and make adjustments as directed. Ability to work collaboratively and foster a productive, team-oriented environment. Strong computer skills, including solid skill in the Microsoft Office suite (particularly Excel) and report writing tools. Maintain a professional demeanor with co-workers and clients. Ability to meet internal Firm deadlines (time entry, billing, etc.) Available to work evenings and weekends based on position needs, and to travel domestically if required. Experience with any of the following is helpful but not mandatory: Affordable Housing Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) Opportunity Zones (OZ) Renewable Energy Tax Credits (RETC) Historical Tax Credits (HTC) Housing and Urban Development (HUD) New Markets Tax Credits (NMTC) Real Estate Developers Partnerships Housing Authority (HA) Public Housing Authority Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) Community Development Entity Certification Applications (CDE) Property Compliance Nonprofit Single Audit Uniform Guidance A-133 Forecasting Cost Segregation Year 15 Exit Tax-exempt bond and HOME programs Why work with us? Novogradac is committed to fostering a welcoming workplace where all employees feel valued and empowered to grow. We believe in offering a supportive, balanced work environment that encourages professional growth and work-life integration. We are proud to offer: Increased number of paid holidays per year Competitive salaries with continuous review of market conditions Flexible working hours and work arrangements Remote and hybrid opportunities Inclusive workplace, providing strong professional growth and development opportunities Strong growth opportunities Competitive benefits package 401(k) package with firm profit-sharing Discretionary annual bonuses for eligible positions & CPA bonus plan Strong emphasis on quality work-life integration Dress for your day policy Resources of a national firm Opportunities to engage with our active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), affinity groups, and advance your career within a supportive, inclusive environment Compensation: $91,000 to $112,500 depending on experience. More is possible if experience dictates. Commitment to Inclusion Novogradac is committed to ensuring a fair and inclusive recruitment process, making reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special needs throughout the application process. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply, as we believe that unique perspectives strengthen our ability to achieve excellence. At Novogradac, we offer a variety of Employee Resource Groups and Affinity Groups to provide all employees with opportunities to connect, collaborate, and support one another in the workplace. Equal Opportunity Novogradac & Company LLP is an equal opportunity employer. Novogradac’s culture is centered on education, acceptance, innovation and opportunity. We value diversity and respect the different perspectives that each of our employees bring to Novogradac no matter their age, race, religion, gender identity or sexual orientation. We are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace for our entire workforce. By submitting an application with us, you are providing Novogradac with personal information. More information on how we use your personal information may be found in our Privacy Notice at Collection. We’re Novogradac, a national certified public accounting and consulting firm headquartered in San Francisco. Founded in 1989, the allied group of Novogradac companies has grown to more than 900 employees and partners with more than 25 offices throughout the country. Novogradac is one of the nation’s top 40 certified public accounting and consulting firms and is a recognized leader in real estate and community development. Novogradac provides publicly and privately held national enterprises with a full spectrum of audit, tax, valuation, expert witness and litigation support, property compliance and general consulting services and works extensively in the affordable housing, community development, historic preservation and renewable energy fields. #J-18808-Ljbffr