Audit Senior Accountant — Lead Engagements, Growth, Travel

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

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.