Healthcare Audit Senior

Navigate Search; New Jersey; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid paternity leave

Paid maternity leave

Job summary

A healthcare audit firm in New Jersey is looking for an experienced Healthcare Audit Senior. This full-time role involves executing audits for a diverse range of healthcare clients, including hospitals and health systems. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, be a CPA or pursuing certification, and possess 3-5+ years of public accounting experience with a focus on healthcare organizations. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and teamwork in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of public accounting experience with a focus on external audits.
• Direct experience auditing healthcare organizations such as hospitals or health systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively while independently managing responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Execute audit engagements for healthcare clients in accordance with standards.
• Perform detailed audit testing, including risk assessment and documentation.
• Prepare and review financial statements for healthcare entities.
• Supervise and guide staff auditors, providing coaching and feedback.
• Manage multiple engagements while meeting deadlines.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Understanding of healthcare accounting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Active CPA or pursuing

Job description

Healthcare Audit Senior

A growing CPA practice is seeking an experienced Healthcare Audit Senior to support its expanding healthcare services group. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse mix of healthcare organizations, including hospitals, health systems, physician groups, FQHCs, and other medical providers. You’ll join a collaborative team of seasoned audit professionals and work in an environment that prioritizes professional development, technical excellence, and long-term career growth.

Responsibilities

• Execute audit, review, and compilation engagements for healthcare clients in accordance with firm and professional standards.
• Perform detailed audit testing, including risk assessment procedures, substantive testing, and documentation of findings.
• Prepare and review financial statements, footnotes, and related reports for healthcare entities.
• Serve as a key point of contact for clients during fieldwork, addressing questions and resolving issues as they arise.
• Supervise and guide staff auditors, reviewing workpapers and providing coaching and feedback.
• Identify accounting, regulatory, and compliance considerations specific to healthcare organizations and communicate observations to engagement leadership.
• Manage multiple engagements or workstreams simultaneously while meeting deadlines and quality expectations.
• Assist with engagement planning, budgeting, and coordination with managers and partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• CPA required or actively pursuing.
• 3–5+ years of public accounting experience with a focus on external audits.
• Direct experience auditing healthcare organizations such as hospitals, health systems, or medical groups.
• Strong understanding of healthcare-specific accounting and regulatory standards.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively while independently managing assigned responsibilities.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Accounting/Auditing

Job Location

Morris Plains, NJ

Base Pay Range

$80,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr

Benefits (inferred)

Medical insurance, Vision insurance, 401(k), Paid paternity leave, Paid maternity leave