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WithumSmith+Brown

Audit Senior Associate

Irvine, CA · On-site

$88K - $110K/yr

This Audit Senior role will be based out of our Orange County, CA office . You'll work alongside an integrated team of seasoned, well-known CPAs and industry leaders. In this position, you will take ...

Withum

Audit Senior Associate

Irvine, CA · Hybrid

$88K - $110K/yr

This Audit Senior role will be based out of our Orange County, CA office . You'll work alongside an integrated team of seasoned, well-known CPAs and industry leaders. In this position, you will take ...

Bakertilly

Audit Senior Associate

Fresno, CA · On-site

$80K - $98K/yr

If yes, consider joining Baker Tilly US (BT) as an Audit Senior Associate! This is a great opportunity to be a valued business advisor delivering industry-focused audit and other assurance services ...

Baker Tilly

Audit Senior Associate

Fresno, CA · On-site

$80K - $98K/yr

If yes, consider joining Baker Tilly US (BT) as an Audit Senior Associate! This is a great opportunity to be a valued business advisor delivering industry-focused audit and other assurance services ...

Bakertilly

Audit Senior Associate

Stockton, CA · On-site

$85K - $104K/yr

If yes, consider joining Baker Tilly US (BT) as an Audit Senior Associate! This is a great opportunity to be a valued business advisor delivering industry-focused audit and other assurance services ...

CBIZ, Inc.

Audit Senior Associate

San Diego, CA · On-site

$86K - $106K/yr

Complete all aspects of accounting, tax and audit engagements for clients including status updates ... Review associates' accounting, tax or auditing work: provide constructive review points * May ...

Bakertilly

Audit Senior Associate

Rancho Cordova, CA · On-site

$86K - $106K/yr

If yes, consider joining Baker Tilly US (BT) as an Audit Senior Associate! This is a great opportunity to be a valued business advisor delivering industry-focused audit and other assurance services ...

Myers and Stauffer

Audit Senior Associate

San Diego, CA · Hybrid

$86K - $105K/yr

CBIZ CPAs is an independent CPA firm that provides audit, review and attest services, while CBIZ ... Review associates' accounting, tax or auditing work: provide constructive review points * May ...

CBIZ

Audit Senior Associate

San Diego, CA · Hybrid

$86K - $105K/yr

CBIZ CPAs is an independent CPA firm that provides audit, review and attest services, while CBIZ ... Review associates' accounting, tax or auditing work: provide constructive review points * May ...

Armanino LLP

Audit Senior Associate

San Jose, CA · On-site

$94K - $116K/yr

Supervise, plan, and perform audits, reviews, compilations, and various client engagements. * Lead a team of up to five staff members under supervision of a Manager and/or Partner * Demonstrate an ...

Armanino Advisory LLC

Audit Senior Associate

San Jose, CA · On-site

$82 - $120/hr

Supervise, plan, and perform audits, reviews, compilations, and various client engagements. * Lead a team of up to five staff members under supervision of a Manager and/or Partner * Demonstrate an ...

Armaninollp

Audit Senior Associate

San Jose, CA · On-site

$94K - $116K/yr

Supervise, plan, and perform audits, reviews, compilations, and various client engagements. * Lead a team of up to five staff members under supervision of a Manager and/or Partner * Demonstrate an ...

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What does an audit senior associate do?

An Audit Senior Associate is responsible for leading audit engagements, supervising junior staff, and ensuring that financial statements comply with regulations and accounting standards. They work closely with clients to understand their business processes, identify risks, and provide recommendations for improvements. This role involves planning and executing audit procedures, reviewing work for accuracy, and communicating findings to management. Audit Senior Associates also help train team members and often act as the main point of contact between clients and the audit team.

What are some common challenges audit senior associates face during busy season, and how can they effectively manage their workload?

Audit Senior Associates often encounter tight deadlines, long hours, and competing priorities during the busy season, which can be challenging to manage. To handle the workload effectively, it's important to prioritize tasks, communicate proactively with the team, and leverage available resources and technology for efficiency. Many firms also encourage regular check-ins with managers and the use of standardized processes to maintain quality and reduce errors. Developing strong organizational and time-management skills is crucial for meeting client expectations while maintaining work-life balance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an audit senior associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Audit Senior Associate, you need a solid understanding of accounting principles, audit methodologies, and typically a bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, often with progress toward CPA certification. Familiarity with audit software such as CaseWare or IDEA, and experience with ERP systems like SAP or Oracle, is highly valuable. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills set top performers apart in this role. These competencies ensure accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and productive client and team interactions.

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Audit Senior Associate

WithumSmith+Brown

Irvine, CA • On-site

$88K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

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Job Description:
Withum's Auditing and Attest Engagement services are the cornerstone of our firm. Withum's audit and advisory team possess the expertise necessary to give stakeholders confidence in financial information. This team provides audit services, review and compilation services and other agreed upon audit procedures to a variety of client sizes and industries.
This Audit Senior role will be based out of our Orange County, CA office. You'll work alongside an integrated team of seasoned, well-known CPAs and industry leaders. In this position, you will take a lead role on all aspects of audit engagements, from planning to completion, to include supervision/mentoring of staff and building/maintaining relationships with clients.
Withum's brand is a reflection of our people, our culture and our strength. Withum has become synonymous with teamwork and client service excellence. The cornerstone of our success can truly be accredited to the dedicated professionals who work here every day, whose mission is to help our clients grow and thrive - to be in a position of strength. But our commitment goes beyond our clients as we continue to live the Withum Way, promoting personal and professional growth for all team members, clients, and surrounding communities.
How You'll Spend Your Time:
  • Leading the engagement team staff on the planning and execution of an audit, review or compilation engagement to effectively and efficiently provide world-class client service
  • Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the audit engagement from staffing, planning, risk assessment, fieldwork, financial reporting and the conclusion
  • Providing supervision and support to the engagement staff and promote open communication to the engagement manager and partner
  • Collaborating with managers and partners on client issue resolutions and making recommendations for any legal, regulatory and accounting issues that arise during an audit engagement
  • Reviewing all scheduled and non-scheduled general ledger accounts for accurate entries
  • Managing multiple engagements concurrently with various teams to efficiently meet client deadlines
  • Creating and tracking engagement budgets to review for inefficiencies that may arise during the audit
  • Conducting constructive discussions with team members on their evaluations and providing counsel accordingly
  • Serving in professional development programs as an instructor or discussion leader

The Kinds of People We Want to Talk to Have Many of The Following:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
  • Licensed CPA, or working towards CPA certification
  • At least 2 years of public accounting experience, with experience leading multiple engagements and supervising staff
  • Excellent analytical, technical, and auditing skills including familiarity with US GAAP due to the complexity of the engagements in this sector
  • Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships
  • Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing projects in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment
  • Strong leadership, training, and mentoring skills, coupled with excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills to represent the Firm well to client's management
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, project management skills, strong attention to detail, and proven innovative problem-solving skill
  • Ability to travel as needed

The compensation range for this position is $88,000-$110,000. In addition to the base compensation, Withum offers a competitive benefits package and bonus program (for eligible roles) based on individual and firm performance. Final offer amounts are based on multiple factors such as the specific role, hiring location, as well as the individual's skills, experience, and qualifications. For additional information on our benefits, visit our website at https://www.withum.com/careers/.
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WithumSmith+Brown, PC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, (including pregnancy), genetic information, marital status, domestic partnership status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, weight, height, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

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