Audit & Assurance Senior – Midmarket focus

Oliver James; Morristown (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Oliver James Group is seeking an experienced Audit Senior to join its growing public accounting and advisory team in the United States. This role offers ownership of audit engagements and the chance to build strong client relationships across a diverse portfolio.

You will lead audits from planning to completion, ensure quality and compliance, mentor junior staff, and contribute to improving internal controls and financial reporting.

Qualifications

• CPA license eligible or actively pursuing certification.
• 3-5 years of public accounting experience with external audit.
• Experience executing audit engagements and client interaction.
• Solid technical accounting knowledge and proactive problem-solving is expected.

Responsibilities

• Execute audit engagements from planning through completion.
• Communicate with clients to understand their business and accounting matters.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members.
• Evaluate internal controls and identify risks.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the firm to deliver client-focused service.

Skills

Strong communication

Proactive problem-solving

Mentoring juniors

Team player

Education

CPA licensure eligible / CPA

Job description

Our Client | Public Accounting Our client, a leading public accounting and advisory firm, is seeking an experienced

Audit Senior

Our client, a leading public accounting and advisory firm, is seeking an experienced Audit Senior to join its growing team. This is an opportunity to take ownership of audit engagements, build strong client relationships, and develop your technical expertise across a diverse portfolio of businesses and industries.

The Opportunity

• Execute audit engagements from planning through completion, ensuring quality, efficiency, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Work closely with clients to understand their businesses, address accounting and financial reporting matters, and deliver practical solutions.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members, helping develop their technical capabilities and professional confidence.
• Evaluate internal controls, identify risks, and contribute to recommendations that strengthen business processes and financial reporting.
• Gain exposure to a diverse client portfolio spanning multiple industries, business models, and accounting complexities.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the wider firm, contributing to a high‑quality, client‑focused service.

About You

• CPA licensed, eligible for licensure, or actively pursuing certification.
• Approximately 3-5 years of public accounting experience, with a strong background in external audit.
• Experience executing audit engagements and working directly with clients.
• Solid technical accounting knowledge, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem‑solving.
• A motivated team player looking to take on greater responsibility and continue progressing professionally.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Join a collaborative, growth-oriented environment where you can broaden your industry exposure, take ownership of engagements, and build the skills needed for future career progression. With a varied client portfolio, supportive colleagues, and opportunities to develop your technical and leadership capabilities, this role offers an excellent platform for your next career move.