Audit Senior - Commercial

Staff Financial Group; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 67,880 - 172,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured development programs

Work-life balance

Flexible workplace environment

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking an Audit Senior in Washington, DC. In this hybrid role, you will deliver audit and assurance services, supervise engagements, and support team development. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Accounting, CPA eligibility, and 2+ years of public accounting experience. This opportunity offers professional growth in a supportive environment focused on career development and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of audit experience in a public accounting firm.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients year-round for information gathering and testing.
• Plan, supervise, and execute audit engagement activities.
• Assess and improve internal controls.
• Coaching and mentoring junior team members.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Time-management skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related degree

CPA preferred or actively pursuing CPA completion

Job description

Audit Senior - Commercial - Washington, DC

Who: An experienced audit professional with 2+ years of public accounting experience and strong communication, analytical, and leadership skills.

What: Deliver industry-focused audit and assurance services, supervise audit engagements, perform substantive testing, evaluate internal controls, and support team development.

When: Full-time position available immediately.

Where: Hybrid role based in the client’s regional office (company details kept confidential).

Why: To build deep industry expertise while growing professionally in a flexible, development-focused environment with strong career advancement opportunities.

Office Environment: Supportive, collaborative, flexible workplace offering structured development programs and work-life balance.

Salary: $67,880 to $172,950 depending on experience, qualifications, and location.

Position Overview:

This role offers the opportunity to become a valued business advisor by serving middle-market clients across a focused industry segment, gaining technical audit experience, developing client relationships, and advancing your career with extensive learning and mentoring support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage with clients year-round to gather information, complete testing, and address inquiries.
• Plan, supervise, and execute audit engagement activities from start to finish.
• Perform and review substantive testing of balance sheets and income statements.
• Assess internal controls, identify deficiencies, and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Participate in discussions with Managers and Partners regarding findings and business recommendations.
• Receive on-the-job coaching and participate in firmwide learning programs.
• Build strong internal and external relationships through networking and collaboration.
• Support the development of junior team members through coaching and mentoring.
• Participate in firm events and activities supporting work-life balance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related degree with required CPA-eligible coursework.
• CPA preferred or actively pursuing CPA completion.
• Minimum 2 years of audit experience in a public accounting firm.
• Strong time-management, communication, and interpersonal relationship-building skills.
• Demonstrated leadership, analytical, organizational, and project-management abilities.
• Adaptability, initiative, and strong problem-solving skills.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

If you’re interested in learning more about this opportunity or would like to discuss your qualifications, please apply now.