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SUMMARY
A top 20 CPA firm in the South Bay provides the hands-on training and experience that entry-level staff need, as well as the continued education and cultivation senior-level professionals desire. We have a vested interest in our people’s development and success. Your goals are our goals. We support your professional development with a broad variety of clients, engagements and responsibilities as well as personalized attention from our managers and partners.
We feel we’ve created a culture that makes us special. How? Our investment in our team members as well as a sincere desire to optimize life through a balanced career
As an Audit Senior Associate, you will be primarily responsible for coordinating and conducting the field work on audit assignments and for planning, directing and completing the audit assignment. You will be responsible for in-the-field training of Assurance Staff, assigning tasks, setting time budgets, and overseeing Assurance Staff.
Audit Senior Associate
Responsibilities:
Demonstrate an understanding of professional standards and the importance of regulatory responsibilities. Ability to apply all areas of GAAP and GAAS, as necessary, and to research technical issues that arise during the course of audit engagements and reach sound conclusions
Preparing accurate and complete work paper documentation with minimal need for management intervention and corrections, including validating and testing substantive support and analytical reviews of account balances
Ability to oversee staff on pre-audit planning and field work for engagements, including risk assessment, preparation of audit programs and the evaluation and testing of internal controls and the client’s operating procedures, preparation of audit programs
Manage the client and assigned Assurance Staff to accommodate deadlines within budgeted timeframes
Prepare all necessary financial statements and related disclosures and reportable conditions letters, with an eye on quality, thoroughness and accuracy
Provide timely, high quality, client service that meets or exceeds client expectations
Develop an understanding of client’s business
Keep lines of communication open with staff, superiors, and clients. Serve as a first point of contact for basic client questions.
Keep abreast of the latest developments and ensure professional development through ongoing education. Provide formal and informal training presentations to Assurance department personnel.
Anticipate and address client concerns and escalating problems to Managers and Partners as they arise
An Assurance Senior will also be involved in overseeing staff and in-charging reviews, compilations and agreed-upon procedure engagements
Audit Senior Associate QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required
2-5 years of prior experience in public accounting environment
Understanding of audit services with knowledge of FASB regulations, GAAS, and GAAP
CPA certification preferred or demonstrated progress toward obtaining certification and actively pursuing completion of the exams required
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis upon hire
Audit Senior Associate REQUIREMENTS
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Power Point, especially Excel)
QuickBooks and ProSystems experience is a plus
High level of interpersonal skills with demonstrated poise, tact, and diplomacy
Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with the ability to clearly communicate issues to all levels of management
Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently and coordinating priorities with the help of more senior team members
Capable of working in a demanding, deadline driven environment with a focus on details and accuracy
Positive attitude and excitement to learn
Ability to travel to client locations, which may include occasional overnight stays
Ability to work overtime, as needed
Outstanding organization and project management skills with an ability to juggle multiple projects concurrently
Highly motivated and takes initiative for professional growth and development. Build relationships with existing clients and be involved in networking and business development activities.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 – $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Physical setting:
Office
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
Manhattan Beach, CA 90503: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Education:
Bachelor’s (Preferred)
Experience:
Public Auditing: 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location: One locationEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
A top 20 CPA firm in the South Bay provides the hands-on training and experience that entry-level staff need, as well as the continued education and cultivation senior-level professionals desire. We have a vested interest in our people’s development and success. Your goals are our goals. We support your professional development with a broad variety of clients, engagements and responsibilities as well as personalized attention from our managers and partners.
We feel we’ve created a culture that makes us special. How? Our investment in our team members as well as a sincere desire to optimize life through a balanced career
As an Audit Senior Associate, you will be primarily responsible for coordinating and conducting the field work on audit assignments and for planning, directing and completing the audit assignment. You will be responsible for in-the-field training of Assurance Staff, assigning tasks, setting time budgets, and overseeing Assurance Staff.
Audit Senior Associate
Responsibilities:
Demonstrate an understanding of professional standards and the importance of regulatory responsibilities. Ability to apply all areas of GAAP and GAAS, as necessary, and to research technical issues that arise during the course of audit engagements and reach sound conclusions
Preparing accurate and complete work paper documentation with minimal need for management intervention and corrections, including validating and testing substantive support and analytical reviews of account balances
Ability to oversee staff on pre-audit planning and field work for engagements, including risk assessment, preparation of audit programs and the evaluation and testing of internal controls and the client’s operating procedures, preparation of audit programs
Manage the client and assigned Assurance Staff to accommodate deadlines within budgeted timeframes
Prepare all necessary financial statements and related disclosures and reportable conditions letters, with an eye on quality, thoroughness and accuracy
Provide timely, high quality, client service that meets or exceeds client expectations
Develop an understanding of client’s business
Keep lines of communication open with staff, superiors, and clients. Serve as a first point of contact for basic client questions.
Keep abreast of the latest developments and ensure professional development through ongoing education. Provide formal and informal training presentations to Assurance department personnel.
Anticipate and address client concerns and escalating problems to Managers and Partners as they arise
An Assurance Senior will also be involved in overseeing staff and in-charging reviews, compilations and agreed-upon procedure engagements
Audit Senior Associate QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required
2-5 years of prior experience in public accounting environment
Understanding of audit services with knowledge of FASB regulations, GAAS, and GAAP
CPA certification preferred or demonstrated progress toward obtaining certification and actively pursuing completion of the exams required
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis upon hire
Audit Senior Associate REQUIREMENTS
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Power Point, especially Excel)
QuickBooks and ProSystems experience is a plus
High level of interpersonal skills with demonstrated poise, tact, and diplomacy
Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with the ability to clearly communicate issues to all levels of management
Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently and coordinating priorities with the help of more senior team members
Capable of working in a demanding, deadline driven environment with a focus on details and accuracy
Positive attitude and excitement to learn
Ability to travel to client locations, which may include occasional overnight stays
Ability to work overtime, as needed
Outstanding organization and project management skills with an ability to juggle multiple projects concurrently
Highly motivated and takes initiative for professional growth and development. Build relationships with existing clients and be involved in networking and business development activities.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 – $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Physical setting:
Office
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
Manhattan Beach, CA 90503: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Education:
Bachelor’s (Preferred)
Experience:
Public Auditing: 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location: One locationEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
