Senior Audit Associate

TL;DR

Senior Audit Associate: Support planning, fieldwork, and progress reporting for audits of businesses from startups to large companies with an accent on client service, staff supervision, and audit documentation. Focus on performing analytical procedures, preparing financial statements, and evaluating technical accounting standards.

Location: Arlington, VA (hybrid/flexible work environment). All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. No visa sponsorship.

Company

Award-winning tax, assurance, and advisory firm serving businesses headquartered in the Washington, DC metropolitan region, from startups to large trend-setting companies.

What you will do

• Support planning, lead fieldwork, and report progress to engagement managers
• Provide timely client service, deliver high-quality work, and strengthen client relationships
• Supervise staff in executing audit approach and perform first-level review of their work
• Complete audit processes and document higher-risk areas
• Perform inquiry and analytical procedures for review engagements
• Prepare financial statements and evaluate technical accounting standards

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting
• 2+ years of public accounting experience
• Self-motivation, strong communication and organizational skills
• Foundational knowledge of technical audit concepts
• CPA or EA license preferred

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation and performance-based bonuses, including CPA and referral bonuses
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• 20 days PTO, 9 paid holidays, paid parental leave
• Work/life balance and extensive professional development opportunities
• Hybrid/flexible work environment