Senior Associate, Assurance

Forvis Mazars, LLP; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars, LLP in Jackson, Mississippi is seeking a professional for an audit role focused on delivering high-quality financial reporting and exceptional client service. You will perform audits, ensure compliance with GAAP, and collaborate with clients to identify solutions.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and has 2+ years of audit experience with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Caseware software. This position offers opportunities for travel and participation in professional development.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant audit experience.
• Must be eligible to sit for the CPA exam.
• Flexibility to travel for client engagements.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed audit procedures over income statement and balance sheet.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with GAAP.
• Deliver client service that exceeds expectations.

Skills

Audit procedures

GAAP compliance

Client service

Technology tools

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field

Master's Degree in related field

Tools

Caseware software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Assurance team delivers independent, objective services that bring transparency and confidence to financial reporting. With deep industry knowledge and a proactive, communicative approach, we help clients navigate complex reporting requirements.

What You Will Do

• Perform detailed audit procedures over various income statement and balance sheet accounts
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) to ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance with regulatory standards, and the identification of discrepancies or risks
• Deliver exceptional client service that exceeds expectations through timely, unmatched support while cultivating strong relationships as a trusted advisor and partner in their success
• Collaborate proactively with key client management to identify issues and recommend practical solutions.
• Take ownership of assigned tasks by organizing workflows, monitoring progress, and ensuring timely completion within budget and scope to consistently deliver high-quality outcomes
• Utilize technology tools effectively and demonstrate a commitment to process improvement through innovation.
• Complete Continuing Professional Education (CPE) requirements to maintain technical proficiency and industry knowledge
• Support the proposal process for prospective clients by contributing insights and helping articulate the firm's capabilities and areas of expertise
• Collaborate on Forvis Mazars-sponsored technical publications and contribute to internal learning and development sessions to share knowledge and foster team growth
• Represent the firm at campus recruiting events, engaging with top-tier university talent to promote the company's brand, share career opportunities, and support early talent acquisition initiatives

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field
• 2+ years of relevant audit experience
• Must be eligible to sit for the CPA exam, meeting the educational requirements as defined by the applicable state board of accountancy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Flexibility to travel for client engagements and internal meetings. Travel may include overnight stays.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in related field
• Current and valid CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license
• Experience with Caseware software for financial reporting and audit documentation

Forvis Mazars, LLP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer in accordance with applicable law. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or other protected classifications.

It is Forvis Mazars, LLP standard policy not to accept unsolicited referrals or resumes from any source other than directly from candidates. Forvis Mazars, LLP expressly reserves the right not to consider any unsolicited referrals, resumes or CVs from vendors including and without limitation, search firms, staffing agencies, fee-based referral services, and recruiting agencies. Forvis Mazars, LLP further reserves the right not to pay a fee to a recruiter or recruiting agency unless such recruiter or recruiting agency has a signed vendor agreement with Forvis Mazars, LLP. Any resume(s) or CV(s) submitted to anyone working for Forvis Mazars, LLP, or submitted to a Forvis Mazars, LLP general email, without having a Forvis Mazars, LLP vendor agreement in place, will be considered the property of Forvis Mazars, LLP.