Assurance Senior Associate

Baker Tilly•Bellingham, WA
•$81,200 - $115,000

About The Position

Baker Tilly is hiring an Assurance Senior Associate to provide industry-focused audit and other assurance services to middle-market clients. The role offers the opportunity to develop expertise in a specific industry, build trusted client relationships, and grow technical accounting and client service skills. The position includes flexibility in how and where work is performed, career development opportunities, and participation in firm-wide learning and development programs. The Assurance Senior Associate is a valued member of engagement teams and works with clients throughout the year. The role plans and supervises audit engagement activities, reviews and performs substantive testing, assesses internal controls, and contributes to business recommendations with managers and partners. It also includes mentoring and supporting the professional development of team members, building internal and client relationships, and participating in team activities that encourage work-life balance.

Requirements

  • Four-year degree.
  • Eligible to obtain a CPA license.
  • Three years of experience.

Nice To Haves

  • CPA or actively pursuing completion of the CPA exams.
  • Bachelor’s, master’s, or advanced degree in accounting.
  • Three or more years of experience providing financial statement auditing services within a public accounting firm.
  • Demonstrated time management, communication, interpersonal, relationship-building, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong leadership, project management, organizational, and analytical skills, initiative, and adaptability.
  • Microsoft Suite skills.
  • Eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

  • Engage proactively with clients throughout the year to gather information needed to complete testing and respond to questions.
  • Plan and supervise the execution of audit engagement activities.
  • Review and perform substantive testing on clients’ balance sheets and income statements.
  • Conduct and review tests to assess internal control deficiencies and recommend improvements.
  • Participate in discussions with the Manager and Partner about business recommendations arising from testing and information gathered.
  • Learn through on-the-job coaching and mentoring and participate in firm-wide learning and development programs.
  • Network and build relationships internally and with clients.
  • Support team members’ growth and development through the Baker Tilly Care and Teach philosophy.
  • Participate in friendships, social activities, and team outings that encourage work-life balance.

Benefits

  • Compensation and benefits package for eligible employees.
  • Flexibility in how and where work is done.
  • Structured programs for time off, development, and dress flexibility.
  • Learning and development programs.
  • On-the-job coaching and mentoring.
  • Team activities that encourage work-life balance.
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