Audit Senior Accountant

Gelman LLP; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Gelman LLP in Irvine, CA is seeking an Audit and Accounting Senior to lead audit engagements and supervise staff. The role combines planning, internal control testing, work paper documentation, analytical reviews and financial statement prep with travel to client sites.

We value a CPA-track candidate with at least 2 years of public accounting experience. This mid-level position emphasizes client service, supervision, and teamwork in a supportive, growth‑oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required.
• Minimum of 2 years of related experience.
• Public accounting experience preferred.
• Progress toward CPA license required.
• Minimum of 1 year of supervising and training experience.
• Willingness to travel to client locations.
• Strong analytical and report writing skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff on audit and review engagements.
• Perform planning, internal control testing, supporting work paper documentation, conducting analytical reviews of account balances and preparing financial statements.
• Research technical issues that arise during the course of engagements.
• Prepare draft audit and review reports for management review.
• Build relationships with existing clients, including involvement in networking and business development activities.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Client service

Time management

Research skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Summary

The Audit and Accounting Senior is a mid-level role paying $87,000–$115,000 in Orange County that combines fieldwork with team supervision. The senior supervises staff on audit and review engagements, handles planning, internal control testing, work paper documentation, analytical reviews, and financial statement preparation, research technical issues, and drafts audit and review reports for management. Candidates need at least 2 years of related experience (public accounting preferred), progress toward a CPA license, and willingness to travel to client locations.

Description

At Gelman, you will find the support and mentorship you will need to grow, both personally and professionally. You will find partners who know your name and peers who are invested in your success as much as their own. You will find a collaborative and entrepreneurial culture where every professional and staff member plays a key role in building our business. This is your opportunity to work with some of the best employees and the most advanced technology in the industry to bring new and better ideas to our clients.

Introduction to the Team

Assurance Services team deliver quality audits and other services to privately owned middle-market companies and not-for-profit organizations. Services include audit and reviews of financial statements, audits of employee benefit plans, and other accounting related engagements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff on audit and review engagements
• Perform planning, internal control testing, supporting work paper documentation, conducting analytical reviews of account balances and preparing financial statements
• Research technical issues that arise during the course of engagements
• Prepare draft audit and review reports for management review
• Build relationships with existing clients, including involvement in networking and business development activities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a major in accounting or related field required
• Minimum of 2 years of related experience
• Previous experience in a public accounting firm preferred
• Progress toward CPA license required
• Minimum of 1 year of supervising and training experience
• Proven experience in managing multiple client engagements simultaneously
• Strong motivation to meet client deadlines and provide excellent client service
• Candidates must possess a willingness and ability to travel to client locations
• Strong analytical and report writing skills required
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Creative problem solving and research skills
• Ability to work overtime, as needed
• Proficient with Microsoft Office

Equal Opportunity and Accommodations

Gelman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Gelman complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail].