Senior audit accountant

Ledger Executive Search; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development resources

Continuing education credits

Industry certifications

Leadership nurture tracks

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Audit Accountant in Los Angeles, California. The role involves planning, performing, and supervising audits while leading a team. Candidates should have at least 2 years of public accounting experience, strong knowledge of GAAP/GAAS, and a degree in Accounting or Finance. The estimated salary ranges from $101,000 to $138,000 annually. The firm also offers professional development resources and attractive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in public accounting in audit or assurance.
• Experience supervising audit staff professionals.
• Understanding of GAAP and GAAS.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial data and statements.
• Identify and document weaknesses in accounting systems.
• Prepare workpapers and communicate with clients.

Skills

Financial analysis

Auditing

Supervisory skills

Communication

GAAP knowledge

GAAS understanding

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat Engagement

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Job description

Senior Audit Accountants at our client firm are responsible for planning, performing, and supervising audits and client engagements. They also lead a team of staff members.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial data and statements
• Identify and document weaknesses in accounting systems
• Research and analyze client, industry, and technical matters
• Prepare workpapers
• Communicate with clients and engagement teams
• Identify potential areas for improvement
• Update managers and partners on job status
• The estimated total pay range for a Senior Audit Accountant at the firm is $101,000 $138,000 per year
• The average base salary is $105,000 per year
• The average additional pay is $12,000 per year

Requirements

• Bachelors degree or Masters degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
• Minimum 2 years of experience in public accounting in audit or assurance
• Experience in supervising Audit staff professionals
• Demonstrate understanding of applicable U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS)
• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat Engagement

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA license
• The firm offers professional development resources, including continuing education credits, industry certifications, and leadership nurture tracks