Senior Audit Associate - North Bay
About The Position
Baker Tilly US (BT) is seeking an Audit Senior Associate to join their North Bay office in Santa Rosa, CA. This role involves being a valued business advisor, delivering industry-focused audit and other assurance services to middle-market clients. The firm emphasizes upward career trajectory, flexibility in work location, and meaningful relationships. The position offers the opportunity to focus on a specific industry sector, become an expert for clients, and grow with a top firm. The role is described as an opportunity to build a career in a specific industry, become a trusted business advisor, and work for a leading CPA advisory firm that prioritizes both client and employee interests. The firm offers autonomy in managing schedules and careers through structured programs like 'My Time Off', 'My Development', and 'Dress for Your Day'.
Requirements
- 4-year degree required, and must be License Eligible
- CPA preferred or actively pursuing completion of exam (must be eligible to sit for the CPA exam)
- Three (3) years of experience required in audit/assurance work
- Demonstrated skills in the areas of time management, communication, interpersonal skills, relationship building, collaboration, and problem solving
- Strong leadership, project management, organizational and analytical skills, initiative, adaptability
- Microsoft Suite skills
- Eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship preferred
Nice To Haves
- Prior audit/assurance experience with wine/beer/spirits, food/beverage processing, agriculture and/or ICP (industrial and consumer products)
Responsibilities
- Be a trusted member of the engagement team providing various assurance and consulting services to industry specific clients.
- Proactively engage with clients throughout the year to gather needed information to complete testing and respond to questions raised.
- Plan and supervise the execution of all audit engagement activities.
- Review and perform substantive testing on client’s balance sheets and income statements.
- Conduct and review tests to assess deficiencies of internal controls and make recommendations for improvement.
- Play an active role in discussions with the Manager and Partner relative to business recommendations resulting from testing performed and information gathered.
- Learn and grow from direct on the job coaching and mentoring along with participating in firm wide learning and development programs.
- Utilize entrepreneurial skills to network and build strong relationships internally and with clients.
- Support the growth and development of team members through the Baker Tilly Care and Teach philosophy, helping associates meet their professional goals.
- Enjoy friendships, social activities and team outings that encourage a work-life balance.
Benefits
- Comprehensive compensation and benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
