Audit & Assurance Senior - Midmarket focus

Oliver James Group; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Oliver James Group is seeking an Audit Senior to own audit engagements from planning through completion, delivering high-quality, compliant work while building strong client relationships.

You will supervise and mentor junior staff, evaluate internal controls, and contribute to recommendations that strengthen financial reporting. This role offers exposure to diverse industries and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• CPA licensed, eligible for licensure, or actively pursuing certification.
• 3–5 years of public accounting experience with a strong external audit background.
• Experience executing audit engagements and working directly with clients.
• Solid technical accounting knowledge, strong communication, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Execute audit engagements from planning through completion, ensuring quality and compliance.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their businesses and address accounting matters.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members to build technical capabilities.
• Evaluate internal controls, identify risks, and contribute to process improvements.
• Engage with a diverse client portfolio across industries and collaborate with firm colleagues.

Skills

Audit experience

Client communication

Mentoring junior staff

Internal controls

Problem solving

Education

CPA certification

Active CPA licensure pursuit

Job description

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.

Audit Senior

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.