Audit Senior Associate: Lead Audits & Client Impact

Whitley Penn; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

PTO

Job summary

Whitley Penn, one of the nation’s leading audit, tax, and advisory firms, is seeking an Audit Senior Associate to join our Houston team. Public accounting external audit experience and CPA certification or CPA eligibility with certification in progress are required for this position.

This full-time, in-office role leads engagements, mentors staff, and ensures adherence to GAAS/GAAP, in a collaborative, growth‑oriented environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of public accounting external audit experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; Master's degree preferred.
• CPA certification or CPA eligibility with certification in progress.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP/GAAS.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Team player with initiative and eagerness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit engagements from start to finish, including planning, executing, and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Build client relationships by understanding client operations and objectives; apply knowledge to improve engagements and recommend improvements.
• Manage client deadlines, monitor budget, and communicate engagement status to managers.
• Supervise and develop associates and interns, including delegation of tasks and review of staff work papers.
• Maintain comprehensive understanding of GAAS and apply it to engagements.
• Assist with business proposals, networking, and recruiting opportunities.

Skills

Public accounting audit

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Whitley Penn, one of the nation’s leading audit, tax, and advisory firms, is seeking an Audit Senior Associate to join our Houston team. Public accounting external audit experience and CPA certification or CPA eligibility with certification in progress are required for this position.

This full-time, in-office role leads engagements, mentors staff, and ensures adherence to GAAS/GAAP, in a collaborative, growth‑oriented environment.