Assurance Senior Associate

Eide Bailly LLP; Utah; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

generous paid time off

comprehensive medical

dental, and vision insurance

401(k) profit sharing

life and disability insurance

lifestyle spending account

certification incentives

education assistance

a referral program

Job summary

Eide Bailly LLP is seeking an Audit professional in Utah at Salt Lake City, Lehi, or Ogden. The role requires 2–4 years of audit experience and a CPA license or progress toward CPA. Strong communication and proficiency in Word/Excel are essential, with travel as needed.

The position supports hybrid or in-office work arrangements and offers opportunities for growth and professional development. The successful candidate will lead client engagements, manage multiple audit phases, and contribute to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• 2–4 years of audit experience required.
• CPA license or working toward CPA required.
• Knowledge of auditing standards and accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead client meetings to establish engagement timelines, objectives and expectations.
• Perform audit, review, or compilation procedures for clients.
• Manage all engagement phases, including workpapers, financial statements and reports.
• Analyze trial balances and prepare complex financial statements using audit software, Word and Excel.
• Reconcile accounting data with control accounts and conduct fraud interviews as needed.
• Review staff work and draft high-risk audit sections and financial statements.

Skills

Audit experience

Strong communication

MS Office proficiency

CPA license or CPA in progress

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

Audit software

Job description

Location: Salt Lake City, Lehi, or Ogden, UT

Work Arrangement: Hybrid or In-office

Typical Day in the Life

• Lead client meetings to establish engagement timelines, objectives, and expectations.
• Performs audit, review, or compilation procedures for clients.
• Manage all engagement phases, including workpaper, financial statement, and report preparation.
• Analyze trial balances and prepare complex financial statements using audit software, Word, and Excel.
• Reconcile accounting data with control accounts and conduct fraud interviews as needed.
• Review staff work, prepare high-risk audit sections, and draft financial statements.
• Provide financial analysis post-fieldwork to improve client controls and procedures.
• Collect and analyze client information to solve problems and meet deadlines.
• Coordinates various activities to meet client needs within a specified time frame.
• Train and delegate tasks to staff based on availability and experience.
• Conduct fieldwork at client locations as necessary.
• Network, build relationships, and attract new business to the Firm.
• Attends training seminars, professional development, and networking events.

Who You Are

• You have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting (required).
• You have 2-4 years of audit experience (required).
• You have a valid Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or working towards obtaining CPA license (required).
• You have knowledge of auditing standards and accounting principles.
• You can work on multiple projects and meet deadlines by setting priorities with work projects.
• You have strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and can effectively share ideas and collaborate with team members, clients, and stakeholders.
• You are proficient with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) and using various software packages.
• You are willing to travel as needed for client engagements (x% of time).

Must be authorized to work in the United States now or in the future without visa sponsorship.

Making an Impact Together

People join Eide Bailly for the opportunities and stay because of the culture. At Eide Bailly, we've built a collaborative workplace based on integrity, authenticity, and support for one another. You'll find opportunities for education and career growth, a team dedicated to your success, and benefits that put your family's needs first. Hear what our employees have to say about working at Eide Bailly.

Benefits

• generous paid time off
• comprehensive medical
• dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) profit sharing
• life and disability insurance
• lifestyle spending account
• certification incentives
• education assistance
• a referral program

Eide Bailly is proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws.