Senior Associate

Hutchinson & Bloodgood LLP • San Diego, CA

94d • $70,000 - $110,000

About The Position

The Senior Associate (Audit) is in charge of audit engagements. Applies knowledge of GAAP to oversee all stages of audit using firm-approved audit methodology. Trains, supervises, and reviews work of others. Must be technically competent in audits, reviews, compilations and preparation of financial statements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting; MBA a plus
• CPA certification (preferred)
• Minimum 2+ years audit experience
• Strong understanding of accounting theory and accounting practices
• Strong understanding of the rules, regulations, and code of conduct
• Working knowledge of the auditing guidance utilized by the firm
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel including advanced Excel functions, and Caseware
• Comfortable working under pressure, multi-tasking and meeting deadlines

Nice To Haves

• MBA
• CPA certification

Responsibilities

• Plans and executes audit engagements
• Participates in engagement planning
• Performs risk assessments
• Performs analytical reviews
• Documents internal controls and performs tests of controls
• Plans substantive work
• Performs substantive testing and supervises others
• Drafts financial statements
• Documents control deficiencies
• Drafts other client deliverables
• Performs compilation, review and preparation engagements
• Clearly communicates recommendations verbally and in writing
• Builds client relationships
• Successfully identifies accounting, business, and tax issues/opportunities and develops solutions/recommendations
• Participates in recruiting
• Works independently with a minimum of supervision
• Follows all policies and procedures established by firm
• Enters time daily to ensure current and accurate tracking of hours
• Assigns hours to each client to ensure accurate billing
• Follows safety rules according to firm Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP)
• Accepts special projects as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Unlimited PTO for qualified employees
• Generous health and welfare benefits
• Focus on work/life balance
• Flexible schedules
• Opportunity to work with a friendly and supportive team
• Strong mentoring program with a focus on the success of each team member

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree