Senior Assurance Lead & Audit Mentor

Sorren; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Mentorship and career development

CPA exam support

Firm-sponsored events

End‑of‑season celebrations

Benefits for full-time employees (≥30h

Job summary

Sorren is a reputable California-based accounting and advisory firm seeking an experienced assurance professional to lead and supervise complex audits. Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of assurance experience, a CPA license or eligibility, and a solid grounding in GAAP and audit procedures.

The role emphasizes mentorship, client communication, and adherence to budgets, with opportunities for growth and continued professional development in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of assurance experience
• CPA license or eligible
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• Comprehensive understanding of audit standards, procedures, and financial reporting frameworks
• Proficiency in audit-related software and tools
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to supervise and mentor team members

Responsibilities

• Perform and supervise larger, more complex assurance projects.
• Address complex accounting issues such as consolidations, deferred tax calculations, and going concern assessments.
• Apply thorough knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, and other financial reporting frameworks to audit procedures.
• Train, supervise, and delegate work to associates and interns to foster efficiency and team growth.
• Review workpapers prepared by associates/interns, provide constructive feedback, and ensure conclusions are appropriate.
• Customize audit strategies based on identified risks and ensure audit issues are addressed during planning and performance.
• Analyze financial statements and disclosures for errors or omissions.
• Prepare client correspondence, perform internal control walkthroughs, and handle client inquiries.
• Contribute to engagement budgets and monitor performance against budgets.
• Communicate effectively with team members and clients to address audit‑related issues and project statuses.
• Participate in department‑wide training and independent learning to maintain and expand technical knowledge.
• Demonstrate strong time management skills to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple engagements.
• Perform other duties and display flexibility to take on a variety of responsibilities assigned by firm leadership.
• Meet annual billable hour and other targets to fulfill individual performance and overall firm productivity.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Time management

Attention to detail

Audit standards knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CPA license or eligible

Tools

Audit software/tools

Job description

Sorren is a reputable California-based accounting and advisory firm seeking an experienced assurance professional to lead and supervise complex audits. Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of assurance experience, a CPA license or eligibility, and a solid grounding in GAAP and audit procedures.

The role emphasizes mentorship, client communication, and adherence to budgets, with opportunities for growth and continued professional development in a collaborative environment.