Seasonal Audit Senior Associate

Grant Thornton • Philadelphia, PA

4h • Hybrid

About The Position

Grant Thornton is hiring a seasonal Audit Senior Associate to support the firm during busy seasons and other short-term periods driven by business need. The role involves learning about clients’ operations, processes, business objectives, and risks, then applying that knowledge to enhance financial statement audits. Seasonal associates are included as part of the team and may work at client sites, in an office, or remotely, with teams determining schedules and work locations in response to client and team needs. Consistent with the firm’s hybrid work model, the position requires in-person attendance at least three days per week at a Grant Thornton office or client site. The role also offers formal training to build technical and professional skills.

Grant Thornton describes its U.S. services as delivered through Grant Thornton LLP, which provides audit and assurance services, and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC, which provides non-attest services. In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational platform with Grant Thornton Ireland. The platform has $2.7 billion in revenue, more than 50 offices, and 12,000 professionals. Grant Thornton is also part of the Grant Thornton International Limited network, whose member firms operate in more than 150 global markets.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, finance, mathematics, or a related discipline.
• At least two years of progressive public accounting experience, including in-charge auditing.
• Meet the education requirements for CPA certification in the state where applying for employment.
• Analytical, technical, and auditing skills, including proficiency in US GAAP, GAAS, and PCAOB rules and standards.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities.
• Teamwork, agility, and an ability to build strong relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Curiosity about or exposure to automation and digitization tools in audits or a professional services environment.
• Ability to design a schedule that works for the employee and clients, whether serving one client or multiple clients.

Responsibilities

• Communicate clearly with clients about engagement expectations and inform them about accounting, financial, and regulatory developments that may affect their organizations.
• Plan, execute, and complete financial statement audits while managing the budget; perform an in-charge role as needed.
• Work with the team to design audit procedures using audit technology and innovation tools.
• Research accounting and auditing matters and document conclusions.
• Train and supervise audit associates and interns, and provide feedback.
• Work at client sites, in the office with the team, or remotely according to client and team needs.
• Build technical and professional skills through formal training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Seasonal employees are eligible to participate in medical, dental, and vision insurance programs and the employee assistance program.
• Seasonal employees may be eligible to participate in the 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan, subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.
• Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.
• Employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on individual and firm performance; seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.
• Flexible work location, weekly schedule, and flex time off options.
• Work-life integration options and personalized benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior