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Audit Senior Associate Jobs in Washington (NOW HIRING)

Senior Audit Associate - Banking

Washington, DC · Hybrid

$91K - $112K/yr

As an Audit Senior Associate , you will further learn to lead, gain deep industry insight, and grow relationships. With access to many resources and team support, this is what of your work includes:

Audit Associate

Arlington, VA · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

The Audit Associate works closely with an Audit Senior, contributing to client engagements by auditing federal government agencies, departments, or organizations. This role involves ensuring ...

Real Estate Audit Senior

Tysons Corner, VA · Hybrid

$81K - $100K/yr

As an Audit Senior Associate , you'll play a key role in leading audit engagements, mentoring junior staff, and delivering exceptional client service. This role focuses on clients in the real estate ...

Senior Audit Associate

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Senior Audit Associate Location: On-location in National Capital Region Level: Senior Clearance: Secret *Candidates must have the above clearance level and, at a minimum, be able to maintain this ...

Senior Audit Associate

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$60K - $100K/yr

The Senior Audit Associate will help develop and maintain productive working relationships with client personnel and assess clients' satisfaction, demonstrate proficiency with accounting and auditing ...

Senior Audit Associate

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$70K - $133K/yr

Aprio Advisory Group, LLC is a progressive, fast-growing firm looking for a Senior Associate to join their dynamic team. Responsibilities: * Accurately and skillfully performing audits. * Preparing ...

What You'll Contribute The Senior Associate, Internal Audit will support the internal audit function by conducting audit procedures, assessing risks, and assisting in the development of internal ...

Audit Senior - Real Estate

Washington, DC · On-site

$101K - $139K/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 ...

Audit Senior - Real Estate

Washington, DC · On-site

$101K - $139K/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 ...

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How much do audit senior associate jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for audit senior associate in Washington is $102,501.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $91,700.00 and $112,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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.

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 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.
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Infographic showing various Audit Senior Associate job openings in Washington as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 79% In-person, and 21% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $102,501 per year, or $49.3 per hour.

Audit Senior Associate - Commercial Services

Crowe LLP

Washington, DC • Hybrid

$91K - $112K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago


Job description

Your Journey at Crowe Starts Here:

At Crowe, you can build a meaningful and rewarding career. With real flexibility to balance work with life moments, you're trusted to deliver results and make an impact. We embrace you for who you are, care for your well-being, and nurture your career. Everyone has equitable access to opportunities for career growth and leadership. Over our 80-year history, delivering excellent service through innovation has been a core part of our DNA across our audit, tax, and consulting groups. That's why we continuously invest in innovative ideas, such as AI-enabled insights and technology-powered solutions, to enhance our services. Join us at Crowe and embark on a career where you can help shape the future of our industry.

Job Description:

Crowe is growing tremendously. We are looking for future leaders, which means a partner career path or growth opportunities. At Crowe, there is the opportunity to transition between different industry verticals within Audit & Assurance that align with your professional goals. Are you up for the challenge?

We're looking for Audit Senior Associates with experience in various industry verticals including but not limited to Healthcare, Supply Chain, Insurance, Life Sciences, Real Estate & Construction, Manufacturing and Distribution, Technology, Media and Telecommunications.

As an Audit Senior Associate, you will further learn to lead, gain deep industry insight, and grow relationships. With access to many resources and team support, this is what of your work includes:

  • Running client engagements from start to finish. This includes all aspects of financial statement preparation, internal staffing of engagements, project scheduling and budgeting, planning of the engagement, and related administrative functions.

  • Supervising, training, and mentoring staff and interns on audit process and assess performance of staff for engagement reviews.

  • Maintaining an outstanding relationship with clients to increase customer happiness and working with client management and staff at all levels to perform audit services.

  • We promote partnership and working together, so work with your audit team to identify and resolve client issues discovered during the audit process. We encourage creativity, to grow your expertise, which could make a difference at our firm.

  • Researching and analyzing financial statements and audit issues using electronic databases, and employing audit software to review and compile financial information.

  • Engage with key client management to collect information, resolve audit-related problems, and make recommendations for business and process improvements.

Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of recent and relevant public accounting external audit experience.

  • A background with experience in external audit working in, but not limited to; Healthcare, Supply Chain, Insurance, Technology Media Telecommunications, Life Sciences, Real Estate & Construction, Manufacturing and Distribution.

  • Organization, social, technical, and accounting and auditing skills to work efficiently with clients and staff as well as build positive relationships.

  • Experience with engagement management, reviews, and staff supervision.

  • Being able to multi-task since planning, executing, and wrapping up various engagements may have to be performed concurrently.

Additional Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree required. This position requires meeting the education requirement for CPA certification in your aligned home office state. (150 eligible credit hours)

  • Masters in Accounting, Finance, or related focus is preferred.

  • CPA strongly preferred, or pursuing CPA licensing in your state of residence

  • Ability to work additional hours as needed and travel to various client sites.

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About the Team:

The Audit & Assurance team at Crowe provides traditional attestation services as well as accounting and consulting on applying accounting principles. Audit & Assurance professionals demonstrate deep specialization through an understanding of the market and business challenges their clients face and a dedication to audit quality. Though Crowe has various business units, Audit & Assurance is one of the largest practices.Learn more about our Audit & Assurance team!

We expect the candidate to uphold Crowe's values of Care, Trust, Courage, and Stewardship. These values define who we are. We expect all of our people to act ethically and with integrity at all times.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Crowe is not sponsoring for work authorization at this time.

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Crowe, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $70,600.00 - $139,800.00 per year.

Our Benefits:
Your exceptional people experience starts here. At Crowe, we know that great peopleare what makes a great firm. We care about our people and offer employees a comprehensive total rewards package. Learn more about what working at Crowe can mean for you!
How You Can Grow:
We will nurture your talent in an inclusive culture that values diversity. You will have the chance to meet on a consistent basis with your Career Coach that will guide you in your career goals and aspirations. Learn more about where talent can prosper!
More about Crowe:
Crowe (www.crowe.com) is one of the largest public accounting, consulting and technology firms in the United States. Crowe uses its deep industry expertise to provide audit services to public and private entities while also helping clients reach their goals with tax, advisory, risk and performance services. Crowe is recognized by many organizations as one of the country's best places to work. Crowe serves clients worldwide as an independent member of Crowe Global, one of the largest global accounting networks in the world. The network consists of more than 200 independent accounting and advisory services firms in more than 130 countries around the world.
Crowe LLP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Crowe LLP does not accept unsolicited candidates, referrals or resumes from any staffing agency, recruiting service, sourcing entity or any other third-party paid service at any time. Any referrals, resumes or candidates submitted to Crowe, or any employee or owner of Crowe without a pre-existing agreement signed by both parties covering the submission will be considered the property of Crowe, and free of charge.

Crowe will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.

Please visit our webpage to see notices of the various state and local Ban-the-Box laws and Fair Chance Ordinances, where applicable.

We are committed to a merit-based hiring process, evaluating all candidates consistently using objective, job-related criteria such as relevant experience, demonstrated skills, measurable impact, and alignment with the role's responsibilities, and making employment decisions in a fair and inclusive manner free from discrimination.

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Crowe (www.crowe.com) is one of the largest public accounting, consulting and technology firms in the United States. Crowe uses its deep industry expertise to provide audit services to public and private entities while also helping clients reach their goals with tax, advisory, risk and performance services. Crowe is recognized by many organizations as one of the country's best places to work. Crowe serves clients worldwide as an independent member of Crowe Global, one of the largest global accounting networks in the world. The network consists of more than 200 independent accounting and advisory services firms in more than 130 countries around the world.

Industry

Accounting services

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Chicago, IL, US

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