Audit Supervisor

Ascend Partner Firms; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Firm-paid CPE

Leadership opportunities

Sabbatical program

Flexible PTO

Major medical, dental, and vision

Employer-paid life insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Saltmarsh is looking for an experienced Audit Supervisor to join our Audit & Assurance team in Tampa. You will lead audit engagements and mentor staff, ensuring high-quality delivery while enhancing client relationships.

This role requires a Bachelor’s in accounting, CPA preferred, with at least 3 years in a public accounting firm. We offer a hybrid work structure and numerous professional development opportunities, ensuring a dynamic and supportive workplace.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required; Master’s degree is a plus.
• CPA license is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of audit experience in a public accounting firm.
• Strong understanding of GAAP required.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day audit engagement activities including planning, fieldwork, and wrap-up.
• Prepare and review complex financial statements and disclosures in accordance with GAAP.
• Serve as a primary client contact, providing guidance and answering questions.
• Identify and recommend improvements to clients’ internal controls and accounting procedures.

Skills

Audit experience

GAAP knowledge

Project management

Communication skills

Mentorship

Analytical skills

CCH Engagement

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Master’s degree

Tools

Knowledge Coach

Job description

_ About Ascend _

Backed by private equity from people-focused Alpine Investors, Ascend is building a dynamic platform for regional accounting firms that enables them to stay independent while accessing the resources of a Top 25 firm to help them grow. Ascend provides access to growth capital, robust talent acquisition and training, leading quality management resources,best-of-breed technology, AI tools, an offshore captive, shared back-office services, a catalytic leadership system, and modernized equity incentives so that firms can surmount today’s industry challenges to reach their full potential. For more information, visit www.ascendtogether.com.

This position would be employed directly by Saltmarsh, a partner firm with Ascend.

Elevate your career at Saltmarsh!

Saltmarsh is looking fora passionate and experienced AuditSupervisor to join our Audit & Assurance team. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in producing high-quality work, enjoys building strong client relationships, and is motivated to lead and grow within a dynamic firm.

AsaAuditSupervisor, you will lead audit engagements, mentorauditstaff, and serve as a key point of contact for clients. You’ll work across a variety of industries, helping clients navigate complex accounting issues while ensuring compliance and delivering legendary service.

At Saltmarsh, we take pride in delivering legendary service to our clients while investing in our relationships with both clients and colleagues. If you’re passionate about excellence and looking to take your career to the next level, this role is for you.

What You’ll Do

As an Audit Supervisor ,you will:

• Lead day-to-day audit engagement activities including planning, fieldwork, and wrap-up
• Prepare and review complex financial statements and disclosures in accordance with GAAP
• Document, validate, test, and assess internal control systems
• Serve as a primary client contact, providing guidance and answering questions
• Develops interaction with others on the Team and assist in supervising and training staff
• Identify and recommend improvements to clients’ internal controls and accounting procedures
• Research complex accounting topics and assess their impact on engagements
• Useworkspace.ai tools to expand audit capabilities, effectiveness, and quality
• Collaborate with team members to ensure high-quality results and a positive team dynamic

Who You Are

The ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting (required); Master’s degree is a plus
• CPA license (preferred)
• Minimum of3years of audit experience in a public accounting firm
• Strong understanding of GAAP and experience managing audit stages for private companies
• Proven ability to lead,mentor, and superviseteam members
• Excellent project management, analytical, and communication skills
• Proficiency in:
  • CCH Engagement
  • Knowledge Coach (or equivalent)
  • Microsoft Office Suite

What We Offer

Saltmarsh invests in their employees’growth, development, and work-life balanceby offering:

• Firm-paid CPE
• Leadership opportunities
• Sabbatical program
• FlexiblePTO
• 11firm-paid holidays
• Major medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) withcompany match
• Equity program for Senior Managers+ and top performing Managers

Location

This position will offer a hybrid structure at Saltmarsh’s Tampa office.

Saltmarsh is not just a place to work; it’s a place to thrive. Ready to grow your career and make an impact? Join us and discover the differenceofbeing part of the Saltmarsh family.

For further questions or inquiries about the role, please reach out to Olivia Riley, Sr. Recruiter at [e-mail].

At Ascend, we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Ascend hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.