Senior Audit Associate

Doeren hew; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading audit firm in Melbourne, FL, seeks a Senior Audit Associate to join their team. This role involves participating in all phases of audits, preparing financial statements, and mentoring junior associates. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of audit experience, a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, and strong analytical skills. CPA certification is preferred. The position may require up to 20% travel to meet client needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of current experience in audit practice.
• Experience performing financial, operational or system audits is desired.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Participate and lead all phases of an audit.
• Prepare and review financial statements and workpapers.
• Identify and resolve client issues.
• Train new associates and provide mentorship.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Oral communication skills

Written communication skills

Adaptability to new technology

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

CPA License

Job description

The firm is seeking a Senior Audit Associate to join our Melbourne, FL office. The Senior Audit Associate will serve as a member of an engagement team, working with a diverse client base across industries such as construction, real estate, manufacturing, dealerships, government, non‑profit, wholesale, distribution, retail, and restaurant.

Responsibilities

• Work as a member of an engagement team serving clients in various industries.
• Participate and lead all phases of an audit, including planning, control analysis and testing, substantive procedures, and assisting clients with issues and reporting.
• Prepare and review financial statements, workpapers, audit programs, etc.
• Review and analyze client internal controls.
• Identify and resolve client issues.
• Communicate 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.
• Present new ideas and improvements to current processes and tasks 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 build a 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.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to new technology platforms.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.

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.