Senior Audit Associate

Based in Houston, TX we are a TOP Ranked Public Accounting firm. Our core values are centered around our people and our clients. We believe that putting your employees first is not only the right thing to do, but it also gives us the competitive edge to ensure our clients have an excellent experience! Over the years our reputation for providing our people with the very best has caught the eye of some reputable clients who have chosen to use us as their primary firm!

Responsibilities:

• Identification of potential management letter comments.
• Research and resolution of accounting issues.
• Identification of potential trouble areas within specific engagements, followed by discussion with engagement supervisor/manager.
• Review of work performed by staff, offering constructive feedback and guidance.
• Drafting annual financial statements, including the creation of footnote disclosures.
• Task assignment to audit team members.
• Proactive interaction with key client management to obtain information, address issues, and propose improvements to business processes.
• Planning and design of audit engagements.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree in accounting with a strong academic record (minimum 3.0 GPA in Accounting and Math courses).
• Three to five years of solid audit experience gained in a public accounting setting.
• Comprehensive knowledge of accounting principles and familiarity with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) and Government Auditing Standards (GAS Yellow Book).
• Proficiency in using computer software for accounting purposes.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Either currently holding a valid Certified Public Accountant's (CPA) license or actively pursuing CPA licensure by successfully completing the Texas CPA exam.
• Exceptional leadership abilities and a talent for mentoring.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical capabilities.