Audit Senior Associate

CBIZ; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CBIZ is seeking an experienced accounting professional in Phoenix, Arizona, to complete various accounting, tax, and audit engagements for clients. The role involves understanding clients' businesses, managing deadlines, and training associates.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree with 2 years in public accounting. A Master's degree is preferred, with CPA candidates being highly regarded. Strong communication and technology skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred in Accounting, Taxation or related field.
• 2 years of experience in public accounting or related field.
• CPA candidates preferred.
• Must manage deadlines and prioritize assignments.

Responsibilities

• Complete all aspects of accounting, tax and audit engagements for clients.
• Demonstrate understanding of the client’s business.
• Review associates’ accounting, tax, or auditing work.
• Train and mentor associate staff.
• Identify and develop knowledge in selected specialty practice areas.

Skills

Accounting

Taxation

Auditing

Communication

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Master's degree in Accounting or related field

Job description

Job Description

• Complete all aspects of accounting, tax and audit engagements for clients, including status updates to engagement managers and adherence to all quality control standards as required
• Demonstrate understanding of the client’s business, including analysis and planning of client engagements
• Adhere to engagement budget constraints and complete assigned tasks within the time requested, explaining variances when needed
• Achieve charge hour goals
• Review associates’ accounting, tax, or auditing work and provide constructive review points
• May supervise associates on engagements
• Train and mentor associate staff
• May be involved in the client billing process by assisting Managers or Directors
• Identify and develop knowledge in selected specialty practice areas
• Leverage industry knowledge and business acumen to blend cross‑serve opportunities into client engagements
• Participate in practice development activities, such as membership in qualified organizations capable of referring potential engagements
• Execute administrative duties as assigned
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Accounting, Taxation or related field

Minimum Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred in Accounting, Taxation or related field
• 2 years of experience in public accounting or related field
• CPA candidates preferred
• Ability to manage deadlines, work on multiple assignments and prioritize each assignment as necessary
• Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of organization, both internally and externally
• Proficient use of applicable technology
• Must be able to travel based on client and business needs