Audit Senior

UHY • Bettendorf, IA

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About The Position

As an Audit Senior Accountant, you will perform and lead procedures involved in planning and executing attestation engagements for clients in accordance with applicable accounting standards. You will lead client engagements, maintain client relationships, and serve as a liaison between internal staff and firm leaders to ensure high-quality work is delivered to clients.

The role includes conducting and reviewing audit procedures, analyzing financial statements and internal controls, communicating with clients, supervising and mentoring audit staff, researching accounting and auditing matters, and managing engagements from planning through completion. You will also help improve audit processes and contribute to the firm's methodologies and procedures.

Work is conducted in a professional office environment with minimal distractions. The role may require frequent and unpredictable travel depending on client needs. Physical demands include prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working in front of a computer, and lifting up to 15 pounds.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• 3–6 years of relevant audit experience within a CPA firm.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a professional services environment, such as a CPA firm, financial consulting firm, or similar setting.
• Actively working toward CPA licensure or a relevant certification, if not already attained.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex audit procedures, including substantive testing, control testing, and analytical review, to evaluate the accuracy and completeness of financial statements.
• Review audit staff workpapers, documentation, and audit evidence for accuracy and compliance with standards.
• Collaborate with partners, managers, and clients to develop audit plans tailored to client needs and risks.
• Identify key audit focus areas, potential risks, and necessary resources.
• Analyze financial statements, disclosures, and supporting documentation to identify potential issues or discrepancies.
• Assess the application of accounting principles and standards and recommend improvements.
• Evaluate internal control systems and processes for weaknesses or deficiencies affecting financial reporting, and recommend improvements to clients.
• Serve as a main point of contact for clients, maintain professional communication, address questions and concerns, and build client relationships.
• Supervise and mentor audit staff, providing feedback, guidance, and training.
• Lead and manage audit engagements from planning through completion, ensuring timelines, budgets, and professional standards are met.
• Delegate tasks to audit staff and provide guidance throughout engagements.
• Stay current with accounting standards, regulations, and industry trends and apply this knowledge to engagements.
• Research, resolve, and document complex accounting and auditing issues.
• Ensure audit documentation, findings, and conclusions are accurate and complete in accordance with firm and regulatory standards.
• Review and finalize audit reports for distribution to clients.
• Engage in continuous learning and development and complete the minimum CPE credit requirement.
• Participate in post-engagement reviews and identify opportunities to improve audit processes.
• Contribute ideas to improve the firm's methodologies and procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation tailored to the role, qualifications, and expertise.
• Group health insurance.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) allowances.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment where teamwork is valued.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior