Experienced Senior Audit Associate
About The Position
JLK Rosenberger is seeking an Experienced Senior Audit Associate to join their Assurance team in Irvine, CA. This full-time role is in the Accounting and Financial Services industry. The position offers greater client exposure, leadership opportunities, and a clear path for professional growth, with the potential for rapid advancement to partner. The firm emphasizes a dynamic culture with approachable leadership, collaboration, and less bureaucracy. Employees gain exposure to the entire audit process, work directly with clients, supervise staff, review workpapers, and utilize AI-enabled audit tools. The role also involves contributing to firm initiatives and shaping technology adoption. A flexible remote work schedule is offered, with occasional fieldwork required at local client sites.
Requirements
- At least four years of public accounting experience (at least one year as a Senior Audit Associate).
- Naturally curious, solution-oriented, and committed to delivering high-quality client service.
- Strong technical accounting and auditing skills.
- Demonstrates leadership potential.
- Communicates effectively.
- Enjoys developing others.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment.
- Ability to prioritize work under tight deadlines.
- Ability to adapt to change.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to interact with various levels of leadership (client or within the team) in both written and verbal form.
- Self-motivating and taking responsibility for personal growth and development.
- Detail oriented and a high level of pride in your work.
- Experience with audit software and engagement management platforms (CCH Engagement, Engagement Manager, PPC audit methodology or similar).
- At least three years of public accounting experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics or another related field.
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and auditing standards.
- CPA license or progress towards licensure.
Responsibilities
- Lead audit and review engagements from planning through financial statement issuance.
- Supervise and mentor junior team members.
- Build meaningful client relationships.
- Work with clients across various industries including construction, manufacturing, nonprofit, and employee benefit plans.
- Proactively assist the team in audit and review engagements from planning through reporting.
- Perform risk assessments and evaluate internal controls.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and firm policies.
- Supervise and mentor junior associates and begin strengthening the soft skills to support evaluating their performance.
- Develop quality client relationships and loyalty.
- Perform accounting and auditing research, including knowledge of available reference sources.
- Coordinate with offshore teams and manage workflow efficiency.
- Contribute to internal initiatives such as training, process improvement, and AI integration.
Benefits
- Unlimited PTO
- Low premiums on medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- A 401(k) plan with a 3% salary-based safe harbor contribution and discretionary profit sharing.
- CPA exam review course and reimbursement for passed exam sections.
- Continuing Education (CPE).
- Annual Christmas party
- Ditch the Office Day
- Annual $300 charitable donation to the charity of your choice.
- Opportunities in firm growth, recruitment, mentorship, and guidance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
