Audit Senior

Bennett Thrasher

Dallas (TX)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 125,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Generous medical, dental, vision benefits

Promotion and milestone bonuses

Ample PTO and unlimited Sick Time

Flexible scheduling options

Job summary

Bennett Thrasher seeks an Audit Senior to provide leadership in audit projects, overseeing tasks while collaborating with clients and strengthening decision-making through quality financial reporting. This role offers growth opportunities in a supportive culture, aligned with the firm’s commitment to integrity and client service excellence.

Qualifications

2+ years of audit experience required.
Actively studying for CPA certification.
Advanced knowledge of GAAP and financial statements.

Responsibilities

Oversee audit fieldwork and assign tasks to staff.
Communicate effectively with clients and team members.
Perform audits in accordance with BT audit methodology.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Education

Undergraduate degree

Master’s preferred

Job description

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Are you looking for more than just verifying the accuracy of financial data? Explore our Audit Senior Associate opportunity at Bennett Thrasher. In this role, you’ll collaborate with business owners and executives to identify risks, plan key transactions, and enhance the quality of critical decision-making information. As part of a dynamic team, you'll leverage resources to add significant value to clients. You'll also take on leadership responsibilities, overseeing audit fieldwork, assigning detailed tasks to staff, and reviewing work papers to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Unlike the many of the other top 100 public accounting firms, Bennett Thrasher has made the commitment not to seek Private Equity investment and will remain fiercely independent. We believe that our culture, investments in both people and technology and our five-star client focused approach will continue to be the differentiator in the crowded and evolving public accounting industry.

Responsibilities

Develops effective working relationships with clients and firm associates
Gains a comprehensive understanding of client operations, processes and business objectives, and utilizes that knowledge throughout engagements
Communicates (both verbally and electronically) effectively to clients and firm associates
Analyzes accounting records, financial statements or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness and conformance to financial reporting and procedural standards
Performs key risk audit procedures that require appropriate understanding of account balances and related technical guidance
Proficient at preparing financial statements, including related disclosures, while utilizing firm resources
Plans and performs audits in accordance with BT audit methodology using effective delegation to maximize engagement efficiency
Recognizes potential audit issues from basic analysis of financial statements and performance of audit procedures and effectively communicates them to the team
Researches technical areas and presents own conclusions prior to discussing with managers/partners
Supports interns and staff in professional development and by being available throughout engagements
Effectively manages staff while in the field
Contributes and supports new ideas on internal processes and client engagements
Provides suggestions for work papers in a timely manner and coaches associates through thought provoking and directional review notes
Works with members of the engagement team and management to identify and resolve any client issues discovered during engagements
Practices timely and effective communication to management and engagement team regarding performance, including any related obstacles
Gives and receives feedback to minimize repeated errors and apply new concepts
Plans and performs operational and financial audits to ensure that financial statements are fairly presented in accordance with GAAP
Participates actively in training and developmental opportunities, both as an attendee and as a facilitator
Takes ownership of assignments to ensure timely completion and professional development
Participates in Firm events year round including but not limited to recruiting, associate meetings, BT Foundation volunteer events, firm outings, etc.
Actively studying and preparing for the CPA certification

Qualifications

Undergraduate degree required, Master’s preferred
2+ years of audit experience is required
Actively studying and preparing for the CPA certification if not already obtained
Advanced knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and financial statements is required
Demonstrates appropriate understanding of financial reporting including Firm, FASB, GASB, AICPA accounting and auditing standards
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong commitment to professional and client service excellence
Proven time management, organizational and prioritization skills

Why Bennett Thrasher?

Joining Bennett Thrasher means becoming part of people first culture that values integrity, family, and clients, fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. Additionally, associates are encouraged to become involved with local community activities through the Bennett Thrasher Foundation and five different Business Resource Groups.

Highlights of some of the many benefits Bennett Thrasher offers:

Generous medical, dental, vision and variety of other benefits
Promotion and milestone bonus incentives for all associates
Ample PTO and unlimited Sick Time
July 4th/Summer Shutdown and soft close between Christmas and New Year’s
Summer Friday’s
Dependent Care Assistance
Mental Wellness Programs
Sabbatical Program
Flexible scheduling to help you balance personal and professional priorities

Bennett Thrasher is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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