Senior Assurance Associate

Wiss; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

M/D/V + 401(K)

Job summary

Wiss is seeking an experienced Senior Assurance Associate to join our Florham Park, NJ team. You will execute audit and assurance engagements for construction clients, review financial statements and workpapers, and collaborate with engagement leaders to ensure timely delivery and high-quality results.

You will develop expertise in construction-specific accounting issues (WIP, job costing, percentage-of-completion) and build strong client relationships while delivering exceptional service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required.
• 3-4+ years of progressive public accounting experience.
• Construction audit experience strongly preferred.
• CPA license or active progress toward CPA certification preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and GAAS.
• Experience preparing and/or reviewing financial statements and audit workpapers.
• Knowledge of construction accounting concepts (WIP, job costing, percentage-of-completion, contract revenue recognition).

Responsibilities

• Execute audit and assurance engagements for construction clients from planning through completion.
• Prepare and review audit workpapers, financial statements, and disclosures.
• Perform audit procedures including testing of cash, fixed assets, debt, revenue, expenses, and other significant accounts.
• Gain exposure to construction-specific accounting matters (WIP, job costing, % complete, contract revenue).
• Evaluate internal controls and identify risks or areas for improvement.
• Communicate with clients to obtain information and resolve questions.
• Assist with planning and coordinating engagement activities to meet deadlines.
• Review work prepared by Associates and provide guidance.
• Develop client relationships across construction companies and contracting businesses.
• Identify and communicate accounting or audit issues to engagement leadership.

Skills

Audit procedures

GAAP/GAAS

Client communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA progress toward certification

Job description

Wiss is seeking an experienced Senior Assurance Associate to join our growing Assurance Practice in Florham Park, NJ. This position will work closely with clients across the construction industry, taking a key role in executing audit and assurance engagements while developing strong technical, client service, and leadership skills.

Core Responsibilities:

• Execute audit and assurance engagements for construction clients from planning through completion.
• Prepare and review audit workpapers, financial statements, and disclosures in accordance with GAAP and GAAS.
• Perform audit procedures including testing of cash, fixed assets, debt, revenue, expenses, accounts receivable/payable, and other significant accounts.
• Gain exposure to construction-specific accounting matters, including job costing, work-in-progress (WIP) schedules, percentage-of-completion accounting, contract revenue recognition, retainage, and project profitability.
• Evaluate internal controls and identify potential risks or areas for improvement related to financial reporting and project accounting processes.
• Communicate directly with clients to obtain information, resolve questions, and support the completion of engagements.
• Assist with planning and coordinating engagement activities to ensure deadlines and quality standards are met.
• Review work prepared by Associates and provide guidance and feedback as needed.
• Develop strong client relationships while gaining exposure to a variety of construction companies and contracting businesses.
• Identify and communicate accounting or audit issues to engagement leadership.

Qualifications & Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field required.
• 3-4+ years of progressive public accounting experience.
• Construction audit experience strongly preferred.
• CPA license or active progress toward CPA certification preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and GAAS.
• Experience preparing and/or reviewing financial statements and audit workpapers.
• Knowledge of construction accounting concepts, including WIP, job costing, percentage-of-completion, and contract revenue recognition, preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality client service.

Compensation will be commensurate with experience + comprehensive benefits (M/D/V + 401(K)).

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time. This policy applies equally to all applicants regardless of national origin.

Wiss is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer - Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age.

Wiss is committed to diversity and inclusion. We seek candidates from all backgrounds to join our team and encourage our employees to bring their authentic and best selves to work.