Senior Audit Associate

Doeren Mayhew; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Doeren Mayhew in Houston, TX seeks a Senior Audit Associate to join our engagement teams serving diverse clients and industries. You will participate in all audit phases, prepare financial statements and workpapers, review internal controls, and communicate with clients to manage expectations.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Accounting; CPA preferred, 2+ years of audit experience, and ability to travel up to 30%. We value mentoring and developing junior staff, and advancing firm processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting is required.
• CPA license preferred.
• Minimum 2+ years of current audit experience.
• Experience with financial, operational or system audits is desired.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 30%.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in all phases of an audit, including planning, testing, and reporting.
• Prepare and review financial statements, workpapers, and audit programs.
• Assess internal controls and identify client issues.
• Communicate with clients daily and manage expectations.
• Develop risk assessments and recommendations with clients.
• Mentor junior staff on processes and firm technology.
• Seek business development opportunities and referrals.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ProSystem Engagement

Job description

Senior Audit Associate – Houston, TX

Responsibilities

• Work as a member of an engagement team serving clients in industries such as manufacturing, construction, dealerships, governmental and non‑profit, wholesale and distribution, retail, restaurant and more.
• Participate and lead all phases of an audit, including planning, control analysis and testing, substantive procedures, as well as identifying and assisting clients with issues and reporting.
• Preparation and review of financial statements, workpapers, audit programs, etc.
• Reviewing and analyzing client internal controls.
• Identifying and resolving client issues.
• Communicating with clients on a daily basis.
• Work closely with clients and associates to develop client and project risk assessments, implementations, and recommendations.
• Maintain active communication with engagement team and clients to manage expectations, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Preparation and review of financial statements and management reports.
• Present new ideas and improvements to current processes and tasks in order to achieve firm and departmental goals.
• Train new and less experienced associates on firm technology, processes and procedures.
• Review the work of less experienced associates and provide guidance/mentorship to assist them in developing technical skills.
• Seek opportunities to participate in business development and begin to build network of referral sources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting.
• CPA License preferred.
• Minimum 2+ years of current experience in audit practice.
• Experience performing financial, operational or system audits is desired.
• Ability to demonstrate strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• ProSystem Engagement experience a plus.
• Ability to adapt quickly to new technology platforms.
• Ability to travel up to 30%.

Doeren Mayhew is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or any other status protected by law.