Public Sector (Government / Not-for-Profit) Audit Senior Associate

Whitley Penn•Plano, TX

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Whitley Penn, a leading CPA and Consulting firm, is looking for a Senior Associate to join their Public Sector (Government/Not-for-Profit) Audit team. Senior Associates are responsible for planning and executing client engagements, supervising and training associates, and communicating and building relationships with clients. As an Audit Senior, you will be assigned to a variety of projects and client engagements, with many professionals, where you will have the opportunity to learn on the job and to begin creating your own business network early in your career. Additionally, you will take part in technical and professional training designed for your continued growth and learning. Whitley Penn has become one of the most distinguished and fastest growing public accounting firms by providing exceptional service that reaches far beyond traditional accounting. They believe in working in collaborative teams with an emphasis on an open-door policy and encouraging entrepreneurial thinking. They learn, innovate, and succeed by sharing knowledge, embracing diversity, and working together.

Requirements

2+ years of public accounting external audit experience
Bachelor's degree in Accounting
CPA certification or CPA eligibility with certification in progress
Strong technical knowledge of Generally Accepted Governmental Auditing Standards
Strong accounting knowledge of GASB Basic Financial Statements for State and Local Governments
Knowledge of risk assessment in the governmental accounting environment
Experience with OMB Compliance Supplement federal programs audits
Strong analytical and quantitative skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be highly dedicated with a positive attitude and a team player who takes initiative and has an eagerness to learn and acquire new skills and knowledge

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred

Responsibilities

Lead audit engagements from start to finish, including planning, executing, and ensuring deadlines are met
Build relationships with clients by developing an understanding of client operations, processes, and business objectives; learn to apply this knowledge to enhance engagements, identify issues, and make recommendations for improvements
Manage client deadline expectations, monitor actual performance against budget, and continually communicate engagement status to Managers
Supervise, teach, and develop associates and interns, including delegation of assignments, detailed review of staff prepared work papers, and evaluating performance on engagements
Continuously develop a comprehensive understanding of Generally Accepted Governmental Auditing Standards and how they apply to engagements
Assist with business proposals, networking, and recruiting opportunities