Audit Senior Associate | ICFR

Essential Functions and Primary Duties

• Lead Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) audit engagements from planning through completion for a diverse portfolio of clients.

• Perform risk assessments and develop audit plans, testing strategies, and procedures to evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls.

• Execute complex audit procedures and ensure engagements are completed in accordance with applicable professional standards and regulatory requirements.

• Review workpapers and audit documentation for accuracy, completeness, and support of conclusions reached.

• Identify control deficiencies, determine severity, and develop and execute remediation testing plans as appropriate.

• Monitor engagement progress, budgets, and timelines while communicating status, risks, and variances to management and clients.

• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, developing and maintaining strong relationships through responsive and professional service.

• Communicate audit findings, observations, recommendations, and engagement results to clients and firm leadership.

• Provide guidance on internal control matters in support of client service initiatives and advisory opportunities.

• Supervise, coach, mentor, and develop associates through ongoing feedback, training, and performance management.

• Participate in the recruitment, onboarding, and development of team members while fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

• Research technical accounting, auditing, and regulatory issues and develop practical recommendations and solutions.

• Stay current on emerging accounting, auditing, internal control, and regulatory developments through continuing education and professional development activities.

• Identify opportunities to expand services and support business development, networking, recruiting, and community involvement initiatives.

• Demonstrate sound professional judgment, project management skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality client service.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Accounting, Accounting Information Systems, Taxation, or related field.

• CPA license or active pursuit of CPA licensure.

• 2+ years of public accounting audit experience, including experience with Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) engagements.

• Experience leading audit engagements and supervising professional staff.

• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, auditing standards, PCAOB standards, and internal control frameworks.

• Demonstrated leadership, project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Experience utilizing audit technologies, data analysis tools, Microsoft Excel, and other relevant software applications.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred in Accounting, Taxation or related field preferred
• 2 years of experience in public accounting or related field
• CPA candidates preferred
• Ability to manage deadlines, work on multiple assignments and prioritize each assignment as necessary
• Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of organization, both internally and externally
• Proficient use of applicable technology
• Must be able to travel based on client and business needs