This role is open to candidates located in Long Beach. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in coordinating the day-to-day "in-charge" duties of planning, fieldwork and "wrap-up" to include the preparing of financial statements with disclosures, applying most areas of GAAP as necessary and documenting, validating, testing and assessing various control systems. You will work closely with clients to obtain basic information and may be involved in reviews and agreed-upon procedure engagements.
If you are looking for an opportunity to help grow our firm, have an entrepreneur spirit, and enjoy leading and developing professional individuals this might be the role for you!
What you will do: The Senior Assurance Associate is responsible for executing assurance and audit engagements for a wide range of clients across various industries. You will lead and mentor junior team members, manage multiple client engagements, and ensure the delivery of high-quality service, aligning with the firm's standards and client expectations.
- Lead the execution of audit and assurance engagements from planning to completion, including fieldwork and reporting phases.
- Review working papers, financial statements, and audit reports for accuracy and compliance with applicable standards (GAAP, GAAS, and firm policies).
- Coordinate with clients to obtain necessary information and documentation for engagements.
- Identify and communicate audit issues and areas for risk mitigation to clients and management.
- Assist in the design and implementation of audit strategies and procedures.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior associates, promoting a culture of learning and development.
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring timely communication and addressing concerns as needed.
- Stay up to date with relevant industry developments and regulatory changes, contributing to the firm's knowledge pool.
- Assist with the preparation of proposals for new clients and business development activities.
What you bring to the role: - Bachelors degree in Accounting or equivalent required
- Masters degree in Accountancy preferred
- Two (2) or more years of prior experience in public accounting or four (4) or more years of relevant professional accounting experience working for companies in general industry required.
- One (1) or more years of prior supervisory experience preferred
- License/Certifications: CPA preferred
- Actively pursuing completion of CPA licensing required
- Software: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Prior experience with various assurance applications and research tools beneficial
- Solid understanding and experience planning and coordinating the stages to perform an audit of a basic public and/or private company
- Knowledge of internal accounting controls and professional standards and regulations (GAAP, GAAS, Sarbanes-Oxley, etc).
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt style and messaging to effectively communicate with professionals at all levels both within the client organization and the firm
- Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently and within a group environment
- Superior analytical and diagnostic skills and ability to break down complex issues and implementing appropriate resolutions
- Capable of working in a demanding, deadline driven environment with a focus on details and accuracy
- Solid project management skills
Compensation Information: Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.
