Audit Senior Associate I Governmental

CBIZ; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm located in Boston, Massachusetts, is seeking a skilled individual to manage all aspects of accounting, tax, and audit engagements. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree with at least 2 years of experience in public accounting, have strong communication skills, and be adept in managing deadlines. This position offers opportunities for training and mentoring staff as well as engaging in practice development activities. CPA candidates are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• 2 years of experience in public accounting or related field.
• CPA candidates preferred.
• Ability to manage deadlines and prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Complete all aspects of accounting, tax and audit engagements.
• Demonstrate understanding of the client's business.
• Provide constructive reviews of associates' work.
• Train and mentor associate staff.

Skills

Public accounting experience

Communication skills

Deadline management

Proficient use of applicable technology

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Taxation or related field

Master's degree in Accounting, Taxation or related field

Job description

Responsibilities

• 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 requested time, explaining variances when needed.
• Achieve charge hour goals.
• Review associates' accounting, tax, or auditing work and provide constructive review points.
• Supervise associates on engagements as needed.
• Train and mentor associate staff.
• Assist Managers or Directors in the client billing process.
• Develop knowledge in selected specialty practices.
• Leverage industry knowledge and business acumen to blend cross‑serve opportunities into client engagements.
• Participate in practice development activities, e.g., membership in qualified organizations capable of referring potential engagements.
• Execute administrative duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Minimum 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.
• Ability to manage deadlines, work on multiple assignments and prioritize each 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.