Senior Audit Associate

BGM Group•Bloomington, MN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Auditor role ensures successful completion of assigned audit assignments, from start to finish, inclusive of preplanning and wrap up activities. Depending on assigned engagement, the Senior Auditor will report to one or more members of the A&A leadership team. This role manages and directs daily activities of more junior auditors assigned to assist the Supervising Auditor during an engagement. They apply risk and control concepts to scenarios they encounter and then identifies any potential issues. The Senior Auditor also communicates identified issues with the A&A leadership team to ensure any potential concerns are addressed in a timely and effective manner.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
Minimum 3+ years of audit and public accounting experience
Current CPA or plans to complete in near future
Strong computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Office programs
Experience with accounting/audit software such as Caseware or similar
High level of organization, focus, exceptional attention to detail, and strong follow-up skills
Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
Willingness to take supervision and guidance
Team management skills – the ability to coach, motivate, and direct a team of people
Team player with a positive “can-do” attitude
Creative problem-solving ability
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience in the delivery of quality client service

Responsibilities

Conducts assigned audit engagements successfully from beginning to end
Identifies and communicates issues raised, offering recommended solutions relevant to business and risk
Supervises junior auditors assigned to engagements, providing guidance and overall review of deliverables
Ensures audit conclusions are based on a complete understanding of the process, circumstances and risk
Develops audit programs and testing procedures relevant to risk and test objectives
Obtains and reviews evidence ensuring audit conclusions are well-documented
Ensures adherence at all times to all applicable department and professional standards
Communicates assigned tasks to engagement team in a manner that is clear and concise, ensuring high quality, accurate, and efficient results
Organizes personal effort along with those of junior auditors to be risk-based, productive, and efficient at all times
Ensures adequate focus on personal growth relevant to taking on more challenging assignments, in line with standard audit career progression – proactively seeks relevant education and/or training opportunities