Senior Associate, Audit & Assurance Services

Wertz & Associates; Buckhannon (WV); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Performance-based bonus opportunities

Flexible scheduling options

Professional development opportunities

Leadership and mentorship opportunites

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Wertz & Associates in Buckhannon, WV, is seeking a Senior Associate in Audit & Assurance Services to lead engagements from planning through completion while collaborating with clients and engagement teams. The role emphasizes audit leadership, client advisory, and staff mentorship, with exposure to a diverse range of industries.

Flexible hybrid schedule supports work-life balance and long-term career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting.
• 3+ years of public accounting audit experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit engagements from planning through completion.
• Direct engagement teams to ensure timely completion of projects.
• Research and resolve accounting and auditing issues.
• Ensure compliance with professional standards and firm requirements.
• Provide coaching, feedback, and professional development support.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Project management

Client service

Leadership ability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Job description

Senior Associate, Audit & Assurance Services

Audit Leadership | Client Advisory | Career Growth | Flexible Work Environment

Compensation: $70,000 - $100,000 Base + Performance Bonus Opportunities

Location: Buckhannon, West Virginia
Schedule: Flexible Hybrid

Our client, a respected and growing public accounting and advisory firm, is seeking a Senior Associate, Audit & Assurance Services to join its Buckhannon office.

This is more than a traditional audit role.

It's an opportunity to lead audit engagements, build trusted client relationships, mentor developing professionals, and gain meaningful exposure to a diverse range of businesses and industries while advancing your public accounting career.

The firm has built a strong reputation for delivering exceptional client service while fostering a collaborative environment where professionals are encouraged to develop their technical expertise, leadership skills, and long-term career goals.

If you're looking for an opportunity that combines audit leadership, client interaction, mentorship, and flexibility, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• $70,000 - $100,000 base salary
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Flexible work schedules
• Strong work-life balance philosophy
• Opportunity to lead audit engagements
• Significant client-facing responsibilities
• Exposure to a variety of industries and client types
• Collaborative and team-oriented culture
• Opportunity to mentor and develop staff
• Direct interaction with firm leadership
• Long-term career advancement opportunities

About the Opportunity

As a Senior Associate within the Audit & Assurance practice, you'll take ownership of audit engagements from planning through completion while working directly with clients and engagement teams.

You'll gain experience with:

• Financial Statement Audits
• Reviews & Assurance Engagements
• Risk Assessment
• Internal Controls
• Financial Reporting
• Client Advisory Services
• Team Leadership & Development
• Process Improvement Recommendations
• Technical Accounting Research

This role offers an excellent blend of technical accounting expertise, leadership development, and client relationship management.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Engagement Leadership

• Lead audit engagements from planning through completion
• Execute and oversee audit fieldwork and testing procedures
• Direct engagement teams to ensure timely completion of projects
• Research and resolve accounting and auditing issues
• Ensure compliance with professional standards and firm requirements

Client Service

• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Develop a deep understanding of client operations and business objectives
• Communicate engagement findings and recommendations
• Identify opportunities for operational and process improvements
• Deliver exceptional responsiveness and service

Team Leadership

• Supervise, train, and mentor Staff Associates and junior team members
• Review work performed by engagement team members
• Provide coaching, feedback, and professional development support
• Foster collaboration and engagement success

Technical Excellence

• Research technical accounting and audit matters
• Analyze financial statement issues
• Stay current on accounting and auditing standards
• Apply professional judgment to complex situations
• Maintain high standards of quality and accuracy

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• 3+ years of public accounting audit experience
• Experience participating in financial statement audits
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Commitment to delivering exceptional client service

Preferred

• CPA license or active CPA candidate
• Prior experience leading engagement teams
• Experience mentoring staff
• Strong technical accounting knowledge

Who Thrives Here?

The ideal candidate:

• Enjoys building client relationships
• Wants increasing leadership responsibilities
• Takes pride in mentoring team members
• Enjoys solving complex accounting challenges
• Values collaboration and professional growth
• Thrives in a dynamic public accounting environment
• Wants a long-term career path within public accounting

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Flexible scheduling options
• Professional development opportunities
• Leadership and mentorship opportunities
• Collaborative team environment
• Career advancement potential
• Exposure to diverse clients and industries

What Makes This Opportunity Different?

Many audit roles focus primarily on completing testing and documentation.

This opportunity provides meaningful exposure to engagement leadership, team development, client advisory work, and strategic problem-solving. You'll become a trusted resource to clients while helping develop future accounting professionals and advance your own career.

The combination of flexibility, leadership opportunities, client interaction, and career growth makes this an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious audit professional.

About Our Client

Our client is a growing public accounting and advisory firm dedicated to providing exceptional service while investing in its people. Through a collaborative culture, flexible work environment, and commitment to professional growth, the firm provides professionals with the support and opportunities needed to build rewarding long-term careers.

If you're an Audit Senior, Senior Associate, or experienced Assurance professional seeking greater leadership opportunities and long-term career growth, we'd love to speak with you confidentially.