Senior Audit Associate - Higher Education
CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)•Portland, OR
•$80,000 - $136,000
About The Position
CLA is seeking a Senior Audit Associate to join its Higher Education industry practice. The role works with university clients and offers the opportunity to develop specialized expertise in the higher education sector. The position involves managing audit engagements from start to finish, including budgets, planning, fieldwork, staff direction, and preparation of financial statements and related disclosures. It also includes reviewing client accounting and operating procedures, evaluating internal controls, and communicating technical matters to clients and management.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- At least 2 years of relevant experience.
Nice To Haves
- Eligible to sit for the CPA exam.
Responsibilities
- Execute and manage day-to-day audit engagement activities for university clients from start to finish.
- Manage engagement budgets, planning, fieldwork, and staff direction.
- Complete financial statements, including related disclosures.
- Review client accounting and operating procedures.
- Develop and assess the design and implementation of internal controls.
- Prepare financial statements, related disclosures, and reportable-condition correspondence letters.
- Communicate technical matters proactively and effectively to staff, management, and clients.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefit options, including health, dental, vision, and 401(k).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
