Audit Senior - Not-for-Profit

Grassi•Jericho, NY

15h•$80,000 - $110,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are currently seeking a Non-for-Profit Audit Senior Associate to join our team in any of the following office locations: Jericho, NY; New York, NY. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic and growing firm. Our Senior Auditors work closely with staff on all phases of project and engagement management for multiple clients. They are primarily responsible for planning and executing day-to-day audit activities for all client engagements which include meeting time constraints and client deadlines and thorough knowledge of first level of review of basic audit work reports produced by junior audit staff.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; Masters Degree in Accounting preferred
Minimum of 3-5 years progressive audit experience; previous experience in public accounting required
Non-For-Profit audit experience required
CPA license preferred or actively pursuing CPA certification
Proven ability to supervise and lead staff while working collaboratively in a team environment
The willingness and ability to work additional hours, as needed, and travel to various client sites
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, initiative, and leadership skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Accounting software such as QuickBooks, CaseWare, ProSystem fx Engagement, CCH, etc.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
Maintains a high level of professionalism and consistently demonstrates respect for others
Ability to travel as needed
U.S. work authorization required; we do not sponsor or transfer work visas

Nice To Haves

Masters Degree in Accounting preferred
CPA license preferred or actively pursuing CPA certification

Responsibilities

Leading audit engagements for not-for-profit organizations from planning through completion, including scoping, risk assessment, execution of audit procedures, and delivery of final reports
Acting as the primary client contact during engagements, building strong client relationships, and addressing accounting and audit-related inquiries with a focus on the unique operational and regulatory environment of not-for-profits
Supervising, training, and mentoring staff and interns, reviewing work for accuracy and quality, and providing timely, constructive feedback to support team development
Reviewing audit workpapers and financial statements to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, especially as it applies to not-for-profit entities and applicable regulatory and grantor requirements
Evaluating internal controls and compliance with federal, state, and donor-specific requirements, particularly in relation to restricted funds, grants, and government funding (e.g., Uniform Guidance / Single Audit requirements)
Preparing and reviewing audit documentation, including working papers, financial statement disclosures, and auditor reports tailored to the needs and standards of not-for-profit clients
Performing and reviewing testing procedures for common NFP areas such as contributions and grants, program service expenses, functional expense allocation, and endowments
Researching and resolving technical accounting and compliance issues using authoritative literature and firm resources, with attention to evolving nonprofit reporting and disclosure standards
Collaborating with managers and partners to develop effective, risk-based audit strategies that address the structure and funding models of not-for-profit entities
Supporting performance evaluations and contributing to staff development initiatives within the audit team
Managing engagement timelines and budgets, ensuring high-quality service delivery within established deadlines and resource constraints
Working across multiple engagements concurrently, demonstrating strong time management and organizational skills
Ensuring compliance with all professional standards, firm methodologies, and sector-specific reporting requirements, including Yellow Book and Uniform Guidance when applicable