Senior Associate, Assurance Services

Aprio; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with Profit Sharing

Remote & Hybrid options

Parental Leave

Tuition Assistance & CPA support

Job summary

Aprio is seeking a Senior Associate to join its Assurance Services team to deliver high-quality audit work and financial insight. The role involves executing audit engagements, preparing financial reporting deliverables, and clearly communicating findings to clients and internal stakeholders.

You will bring audit proficiency and a collaborative mindset in a fast-growing firm renowned for client outcomes. Join a top-tier CPA and advisory firm offering growth opportunities, a robust CPA support

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• 3–5 years of public accounting experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with CaseWare or comparable audit software.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
• Master’s degree in Accounting or related field preferred.
• Active CPA license or CPA candidacy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute audit engagements with accuracy and high technical proficiency.
• Prepare audit work papers and adjusting trial balances per standards.
• Plan and schedule client engagements with effective time management.
• Assemble trial balances and compile financial statements for reporting.
• Communicate financial statement accuracy and audit findings clearly to clients and colleagues.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with clients and internal team members.
• Travel to client sites as needed to support engagement delivery.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master’s degree (preferred)

CPA license (preferred)

Tools

CaseWare

Job description

Work with a Top 20 CPA and advisory firm that Accounts for Anything. Aprio has 40 U.S. office locations, as well as international office locations and more than 3,200 team members that speak 60+ languages across the globe. By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them. Discover a top-rated culture, vast growth opportunities and your next big career move with Aprio.

Job Summary

Aprio is seeking a Senior Associate to join its Assurance Services team and help clients maximize their opportunities through high-quality audit work and meaningful financial insight. This role will execute audit engagements, prepare financial reporting deliverables, and communicate findings clearly to clients and internal stakeholders. You will bring technical proficiency in audit practices and a collaborative approach to a progressive, high-growth firm dedicated to delivering exceptional client outcomes.

What You’ll Gain / Impact

• Opportunity to build deep client relationships and develop technical expertise across a range of industries
• Exposure to a high-growth, forward-thinking firm where your contributions directly impact client outcomes
• Access to Aprio’s CPA support program with cash incentives upon completion
• A platform for professional growth and advancement within a nationally recognized firm

Key Responsibilities

• Execute audit engagements with accuracy and a high degree of technical proficiency
• Prepare audit work papers and adjusting trial balances in accordance with professional standards
• Plan and schedule client engagements using effective time management practices
• Assemble trial balances and compile financial statements for presentation and reporting
• Communicate financial statement accuracy and relevant audit findings clearly to clients and colleagues
• Build and maintain professional relationships with clients and internal team members
• Travel to client sites as needed to support engagement delivery

Candidate Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 3–5 years of experience in public accounting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with CaseWare or comparable audit software
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment
• Preferred: Master’s degree in Accounting or related field
• Preferred: Active CPA license or CPA candidacy

Why work for Aprio

Whether you are just starting out, looking to advance into management or searching for your next leadership role, Aprio offers an opportunity to grow with a future-focused, innovative firm.

Perks/Benefits we offer for full-time team members

• - Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
• - Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
• - 401k with Profit Sharing
• - 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
• - Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
• - Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
• - Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
• - Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
• - Top rated wellness program
• - Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options

What’s in it for you

• - Working with an industry leader : Be part of a high-growth firm that is passionate for what’s next.
• - An awesome culture: Thirty-one fundamental behaviors guide our culture every day ensuring we always deliver an exceptional team-member and client experience. We call it the Aprio Way. This shared mindset creates lasting relationships between team members and with clients.
• - A great team: Work with a high-energy, passionate, caring and ambitious team of professionals in a collaborative culture.
• - Entrepreneurship : Have the freedom to innovate and bring your ideas to help us grow to become the CPA firm of choice nationally.
• - Growth opportunities : Grow professionally in an environment that fosters continuous learning and advancement.
• - Competitive compensation : You will be rewarded with competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits and a flexible work environment to enjoy work/life balance.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Aprio is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Aprio, LLP and Aprio Advisory Group, LLC, operate in an alternative business structure, with Aprio Advisory Group, LLC providing non-attest tax and consulting services, and Aprio, LLP providing CPA firm services.