Audit Senior - Financial Services

BerryDunn — Assurance, Tax and Consulting; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

BerryDunn is seeking an experienced Senior Auditor to join our Financial Services Practice Group. You will lead audit, review, compilation, and related engagements for financial services clients while building strong client relationships and coaching professionals.

This role may be based in multiple locations or remotely, with minimal travel. You will develop an in-depth understanding of client operations, communicate recommendations, and contribute to practice growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Accounting with 150 semester hours.
• CPA license or active progress toward CPA with BerryDunn support available.
• 3+ years of progressive public accounting audit experience.
• Strong analytical, technical accounting, and auditing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements with sound judgment and attention to detail.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and client service skills.
• Interest in coaching others and contributing to a team environment.
• Financial services industry experience is helpful but not required if you bring strong audit experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit, review, compilation, and related client engagements from planning through completion.
• Develop understanding of client operations, risks, and business goals and apply to each engagement.
• Research and analyze financial statements, audit matters, and technical topics.
• Build trusted relationships with client management and staff through high-quality service.
• Identify and communicate recommendations to strengthen processes and controls.
• Supervise, train, and mentor associates and interns throughout the audit process.
• Support partners with proposals and business development conversations.
• Participate in recruiting and represent team with prospective candidates.

Skills

Public accounting experience

CPA progress

Analytical skills

Communication

Client service

Coaching others

Education

Accounting degree + 150 hours

Job description

Overview

BerryDunn is seeking an experienced and relationship-focused Senior Auditor to join our Financial Services Practice Group. In this role, you’ll lead audit, review, compilation, and related engagements for financial services clients while building strong client relationships, coaching developing professionals, and contributing to a collaborative team that values quality, curiosity, and practical problem-solving. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working directly with clients, developing others, and growing their career within a supportive public accounting environment. This position may be based in Waltham, MA ; Manchester, NH ; New Haven, CT; Bangor, ME ; Portland, ME ; or remotely.

Travel Expectations

Travel expectations for this position are minimal, less than 10%

You Will

• Lead audit, review, compilation, and related client engagements from planning through completion, balancing quality, client service, and budget expectations.
• Develop a strong understanding of client operations, processes, risks, and business goals, and apply that knowledge throughout each engagement.
• Research and analyze financial statements, audit matters, and technical accounting topics using electronic research tools and audit software.
• Build trusted relationships with client management and staff through responsive, high-quality service and practical problem-solving.
• Identify and communicate recommendations that help clients strengthen business processes, controls, and financial operations.
• Participate in planning meetings, closing meetings, and audit committee meetings as a key member of the engagement team.
• Support partners and senior leaders with proposals, business development conversations, and other practice growth efforts.
• Supervise, train, and mentor associates and interns throughout the audit process.
• Provide thoughtful feedback to support staff development and strengthen engagement performance.
• Participate in recruiting efforts and represent the team with prospective candidates as needed.
• Continue building your technical knowledge through ongoing professional development and training.

You Have

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Accounting and 150 semester hours of education.
• 3+ years of progressive public accounting audit experience.
• CPA license or active progress toward obtaining your CPA, with BerryDunn support available to help you reach this goal.
• Strong analytical, technical accounting, and auditing skills .
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities with sound judgment, organization, and attention to detail .
• Strong communication , collaboration, and client service skills.
• Interest in coaching others and contributing to a supportive, team-oriented environment.
• Financial services industry experience is helpful but not required if you bring strong audit experience and a desire to learn the practice .

Compensation Details

The base salary range targeted for this role is $80,000 - $100,000. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on factors such as company and personal performance. This salary range represents BerryDunn’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. If an applicant possesses experience, education, or other qualifications more than the minimum requirements for this posting, that applicant is encouraged to apply, and a final salary range may then be based on those additional qualifications; compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to years of experience, depth of experience, seniority, merit, education, training, amount of travel, and other relevant business considerations.

BerryDunn Benefits & Culture

Our people are what make BerryDunn special, and in return we strive to support our employees and help them thrive. Eligible employees have access to benefits that go beyond what’s expected to support their physical, mental, career, social, and financial well-being. Visit our website for a complete list of benefits and a look into our culture: Experience BerryDunn .

We will ensure that individuals are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process or perform essential job functions. Please contact [e-mail] to request an accommodation.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

About BerryDunn

BerryDunn is the brand name under which Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker, LLC and BDMP Assurance, LLP, independently owned entities, provide services. Since 1974, BerryDunn has helped businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies throughout the US and its territories solve their greatest challenges. The firm’s tax, advisory, and consulting services are provided by Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker, LLC, and its attest services are provided by BDMP Assurance, LLP, a licensed CPA firm.

BerryDunn is a client-centered, people-first professional services firm with a mission to empower the meaningful growth of our people, clients, and communities. The firm has been recognized for its efforts in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace culture, and for its focus on learning, development, and well-being. Learn more at berrydunn.com .

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