Senior Audit Associate — Hybrid, CRE Focus

Orionplacement; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orionplacement, based in the United States, is seeking an Audit Associate to perform audit procedures across diverse client engagements in Massachusetts. You will progressively own audit areas from planning through completion, and help prepare financial statements and disclosures.

The role emphasizes GAAP knowledge, attention to detail, and clear communication. A 2+ year public accounting background and CPA progression are valued, with a hybrid work setting after onboarding.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or related field.
• 2+ years public accounting audit experience with two busy seasons preferred.
• Working knowledge of GAAP, audit procedures, financial statements, and internal controls.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, analytical ability, and written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a client service environment.
• CPA eligibility or active progress toward CPA certification preferred.
• Commercial real estate audit experience is highly valued.
• Nonprofit or employee benefit plan audit experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform audit and assurance procedures across multiple client engagements.
• Take increasing ownership of assigned audit areas from planning through completion.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and well documented audit workpapers.
• Test account balances, transactions, internal controls, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements, footnote disclosures, and other engagement deliverables.
• Develop a strong understanding of client businesses, financial reporting processes, risks, and internal controls.
• Communicate with clients to obtain documentation, answer questions, and keep assigned audit work moving forward.
• Identify accounting, audit, and documentation issues and communicate them to seniors and managers.
• Research accounting and audit matters involving GAAP and generally accepted auditing standards.
• Manage multiple assignments while meeting engagement deadlines and quality expectations.
• Support newer staff and interns as your experience and responsibilities grow.
• Participate in client fieldwork and collaborate closely with engagement teams throughout Massachusetts.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Audit procedures

Financial statements

Internal controls

Written & verbal communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Client communication

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Audit engagement software

Job description

Orionplacement, based in the United States, is seeking an Audit Associate to perform audit procedures across diverse client engagements in Massachusetts. You will progressively own audit areas from planning through completion, and help prepare financial statements and disclosures.

The role emphasizes GAAP knowledge, attention to detail, and clear communication. A 2+ year public accounting background and CPA progression are valued, with a hybrid work setting after onboarding.