Senior Audit Associate

Financeroles; United States; Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401k with Profit Sharing

Tuition Assistance CPA support

Job summary

Aprio is seeking a Senior Associate in Audit to deliver high-quality assurance services to private and closely-held companies across industries. You will perform audits, prepare financial statements, and advise clients to support sound business decisions, while serving as a trusted advisor within a collaborative audit team.

You will deepen technical expertise, grow within a nationally recognized firm, and benefit from a culture that emphasizes professional excellence and innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of public accounting experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with CaseWare or comparable audit software.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Preferred: Master's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Preferred: Active CPA license.
• Preferred: Specialization in Manufacturing and/or Technology industries.

Responsibilities

• Perform audits in accordance with professional standards.
• Prepare audit work papers and adjusting trial balances.
• Plan and schedule client engagements with effective time management.
• Assemble trial balances and compile financial statements for reporting.
• Communicate accuracy of financial statements to clients and team.
• Build client relationships and collaborate with colleagues.
• Travel to client sites as needed to support engagements.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master's degree in Accounting

Tools

CaseWare

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Summary

Aprio is seeking a Senior Associate in Audit to deliver high-quality assurance services to private and closely-held companies across a range of industries. In this role, you will apply your technical expertise to perform audits, prepare financial statements, and provide clients with the confidence and insight they need to make sound business decisions. You will serve as a trusted advisor while contributing to a collaborative, high-performing audit team. This is an opportunity to deepen your technical specialization and grow within a nationally recognized, forward-thinking firm.

What You'll Gain/ Impact

• Opportunity to build deep technical expertise across audit engagements and diverse client industries
• Exposure to a broad range of private and closely-held company clientsAbility to develop trusted advisor relationships with clients and key stakeholders
• Growth within a high-growth, PCAOB-registered firm committed to professional excellence and innovation

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform audits accurately and in accordance with professional and regulatory standards
• Prepare audit work papers and adjusting trial balancesPlan and schedule client engagements using effective time management
• Assemble trial balances and compile financial statements into written reports for presentation
• Communicate the accuracy of financial statements and financial information clearly to clients and team members
• Build and sustain strong working relationships with clients and colleagues
• Travel to client sites as needed to support engagement delivery

Candidate Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• 3–5 years of experience in public accountingProficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with CaseWare or comparable audit software
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively within a team environment
• Preferred: Master's degree in Accounting or a related field
• Preferred: Active CPA license
• Preferred: Developed specialization in Manufacturing and/or Technology industries

The application window is anticipated to close on December 1, 2026 and may be extended as needed.

Why work for Aprio:

Whether you are just starting out, looking to advance into management or searching for your next leadership role, Aprio offers an opportunity to grow with a future-focused, innovative firm.

Perks/Benefits we offer for full-time team members:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
• 401k with Profit Sharing
• 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
• Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
• Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
• Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
• Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
• Top rated wellness program
• Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options

What’s in it for you:

• Working with an industry leader: Be part of a high-growth firm that is passionate for what’s next.
• An awesome culture: Thirty-one fundamental behaviors guide our culture every day ensuring we always deliver an exceptional team-member and client experience. We call it the Aprio Way. This shared mindset creates lasting relationships between team members and with clients.
• A great team: Work with a high-energy, passionate, caring and ambitious team of professionals in a collaborative culture.
• Entrepreneurship: Have the freedom to innovate and bring your ideas to help us grow to become the CPA firm of choice nationally.
• Growth opportunities: Grow professionally in an environment that fosters continuous learning and advancement.
• Competitive compensation: You will be rewarded with competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits and a flexible work environment to enjoy work/life balance.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Aprio is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.Aprio, LLP and Aprio Advisory Group, LLC, operate in an alternative business structure, with Aprio Advisory Group, LLC providing non-attest tax and consulting services, and Aprio, LLP providing CPA firm services.