Audit Senior

A San Diego-based public accounting firm is seeking an Audit Senior to join their team immediately. This Audit Senior opportunity offers a supportive, team-oriented culture with strong mentorship, excellent benefits (including generous 401(k) matching and profit sharing), and a healthier work-life balance than larger firms. This could be a great role for professionals seeking growth, stability, and a collaborative environment in a well-established San Diego firm.

*This is a direct hire opportunity that offers hybrid flexibility after initial onboarding*

Responsibilities:

• Supervise aspects of the audit engagement, including planning, creating, completing, and reviewing work papers; writing audited financial statements; and attending client meetings as needed.
• Help train and mentor junior staff
• Supervise and mentor staff accountants to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to standards.
• Build the foundation for strong, long-term client relationships.
• For financial statement engagements:
• Develop expertise in GAAP, OCBOA, specialized accounting principles, and financial statement presentation.
• Gain in-depth knowledge of GAAS and common audit procedures.
• Manage both audit and non-audit engagements, ensuring quality and timely delivery.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 2 years of prior audit experience in a public accounting practice
• CPA license, have passed the CPA exam or have the requisite hours to sit for the exam
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Proficient in Adobe Acrobat and QuickBooks
• Ability to work additional hours during the busy season

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience auditing not-for-profit and low-income housing entities
• Strong bookkeeping skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with project deadlines and the ability to multitask

*The below represents the lowest to highest expected salary range for this job opening upon hire. Our client ultimately may pay more or less than the posted salary range, and the salary range may be modified in the future. Our client will consider job-related factors including, but not limited to, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and business or organizational needs when determining pay