Audit Senior - Healthcare & Affordable Housing

Grassi; Park Ridge (NJ); Sur place; USD 80 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) plan

CPE opportunities

Résumé du poste

Grassi, a leading accounting firm, is seeking an Audit Senior Associate in Park Ridge, NJ. In this role, you will manage audit engagements, ensuring compliance and quality standards while supporting healthcare and affordable housing clients. You will have the opportunity to mentor junior staff and lead projects from planning to completion, contributing to our mission of exceptional service.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting with 3-5 years of relevant audit experience. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential, alongside the ability to travel and meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years progressive audit experience.
• Previous experience in public accounting required.
• CPA license preferred or actively pursuing CPA certification.
• Healthcare and affordable housing audit experience required.
• Ability to work additional hours and travel to client sites.

Responsabilités

• Lead audit engagements from initial planning to final deliverables.
• Manage client relationships and respond to inquiries.
• Supervise and mentor associates and interns.
• Review audit workpapers and financial statements.
• Evaluate internal controls to identify areas for improvement.

Connaissances

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Understanding of accounting software

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s Degree in Accounting (preferred)

Outils

QuickBooks

CaseWare

ProSystem fx Engagement

CCH

Description du poste

Audit Senior - Healthcare & Affordable Housing

Park Ridge, NJ

About Grassi

After more than 40 years of business growth and industry change, Grassi has redefined what it means to be an advisor and accountant to today’s businesses and individuals. Nationally ranked as one of the largest and fastest‑growing accounting firms in the nation, Grassi is a leading provider of advisory, tax, and accounting services across key sectors including construction, architecture and engineering, not‑for‑profit, healthcare, manufacturing and distribution, financial services, real estate, and more. Several publications have ranked us among the top accounting firms to work for, highlighting our strength in work‑life balance, culture, and wellness categories.

With over 550 employees and eleven offices spanning the New York Metropolitan Area, Long Island, the Northeast, Florida, New England, Denver and an international presence in Italy, we are strategically positioned to serve clients locally and globally. In 2023, Grassi became an employee‑owned company by implementing an ESOP, establishing our independence and empowering our people to drive the firm’s future success. The ESOP ensures that equity partners and all Grassi U.S. employees have the exclusive opportunity to own the firm’s stock, making them integral to the company’s future.

Job Summary

We are currently seeking an Audit Senior Associate to join our team in our Park Ridge, NJ office location. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic and growing firm.

Our Senior Auditors work closely with staff on all phases of project and engagement management for multiple clients. They are primarily responsible for planning and executing day‑to‑day audit activities for all client engagements which include meeting time constraints and client deadlines and thorough knowledge of first level of review of basic audit work reports produced by junior audit staff.

Responsibilities

• Leading audit engagements from initial planning through final deliverables, including scoping, risk assessment, fieldwork supervision, and completion procedures for healthcare and affordable housing clients
• Managing client relationships by serving as the primary point of contact on engagements, responding to client inquiries, and addressing accounting and audit‑related issues in a timely manner
• Supervising, training, and mentoring associates and interns, reviewing their work for quality and accuracy, and providing timely feedback and development support
• Reviewing audit workpapers, financial statements, and reports to ensure compliance with professional and firm standards
• Evaluating internal controls and identifying areas of risk, inefficiency, or opportunities for improvement
• Preparing complex sections of audit documentation, including working papers, financial statement disclosures, and draft reports
• Researching and resolving complex accounting, auditing, and reporting issues using authoritative guidance and firm resources
• Collaborating with partners and managers to develop audit strategies and improve engagement efficiency and client service
• Assisting in staff performance evaluations and contributing to talent development initiatives
• Ensuring projects are completed within established timeframes and budgets while maintaining high quality standards
• Ensuring compliance with applicable professional standards and firm policies
• Meeting project deadlines and managing time efficiently across multiple engagements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; Masters Degree in Accounting preferred
• Minimum of 3-5 years progressive audit experience; previous experience in public accounting required
• CPA license preferred or actively pursuing CPA certification
• Healthcare and affordable housing audit experience required
• Proven ability to supervise and lead staff while working collaboratively in a team environment
• The willingness and ability to work additional hours, as needed, and travel to various client sites
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, initiative, and leadership skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Accounting software such as QuickBooks, CaseWare, ProSystem fx Engagement, CCH, etc.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline‑driven environment
• Maintains a high level of professionalism and consistently demonstrates respect for others
• Ability to travel as needed
• Work authorization required; we do not sponsor or transfer work visas

Benefits

Competitive base compensation with eligibility for a raise and bonus each June or December based on performance metrics and level. Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, employer contribution to life insurance, 401(k) plan, ESOP, and client and employee referral bonus program.

Financial assistance toward the achievement of the CPA certification which includes the cost of the CPA study materials, CPA exam registration and sitting fees for all 4 parts (up to 2 x per part), plus the CPA application and licensing fees. Paid study time during work hours, additional paid time off to take your scheduled exam and a bonus paid upon passing the CPA exam.

We offer Continuing Professional Education (CPE) opportunities, including both technical and soft skills training. These opportunities are available through internal courses and external programs led by well‑known industry instructors, all at no cost to our employees.

Discounted gym memberships and various wellness initiatives and programs such as the CALM app that helps our team members lower stress, decrease anxiety, improve focus, and get more restful sleep.

Compensation for this role is determined based on a combination of factors, including but not limited to your relevant experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. We strive to offer competitive, equitable pay, that reflects the value each team member brings to the organization. In addition to base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes performance‑based incentives, wellness and retirement programs, and opportunities for continuous professional development.

Salary ranges are provided to offer transparency and may vary depending on final candidate qualifications and local market conditions. New York ranges are from $80,000 - $110,000. Park Ridge ranges are from $80,000 - $110,000.