Senior Audit Associate

Mission Staffing; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A public accounting firm is seeking a Senior Audit Associate to lead audit engagements across various sectors including Financial Services and Real Estate. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, strong auditing skills, and an ability to mentor junior staff while ensuring compliance with audit standards. This position involves communication with clients and supervising team members on multiple engagements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in audit or relevant field is preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and auditing standards.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit fieldwork and engagements.
• Perform and review audit procedures for compliance.
• Identify issues and propose solutions for clients.

Skills

Audit procedures

Financial statement analysis

Internal controls assessment

Mentoring staff

Job description

Our client, a public accounting firm is seeking a Senior Audit Associate to join their Assurance practice, supporting a diverse client base across Financial Services, Affordable Housing, Commercial Real Estate, Technology, and Consumer, Hospitality & Manufacturing sectors. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of audit engagements, mentor junior staff, and work closely with managers and partners on complex accounting and reporting matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead audit fieldwork for assigned engagements, including planning, execution, and completion phases
• Perform and review audit procedures related to financial statements, internal controls, and compliance requirements
• Prepare and review workpapers in accordance with firm standards and professional auditing guidelines
• Identify accounting, auditing, and internal control issues; propose practical solutions
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients during engagements, maintaining strong professional relationships
• Supervise, train, and mentor Staff and Associate-level team members
• Assist Managers with engagement budgeting, scheduling, and status reporting
• Research technical accounting and auditing issues and apply guidance appropriately
• Support multiple engagements simultaneously while meeting deadlines and quality expectations