Senior Audit Associate - Lead Audits & Mentorship

Vrakas CPAs + Advisors; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 78,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Profit sharing

Comprehensive benefits

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Vrakas CPAs + Advisors is seeking a Senior Audit Associate to join the Madison office. You will lead audits, reviews, and compilations, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with internal leaders across various industries.

The role requires CPA licensure eligibility, strong accounting knowledge, and excellent communication. Travel to client sites is expected as needed, with a supportive culture and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience providing assurance services in public accounting.
• Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting or equivalent.
• Must possess the necessary credit hours to be eligible for CPA licensure.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and regulations.
• Experience with Microsoft 365 with a strong understanding of Excel and Word.
• Ability to address requests from clients and the firm in a timely, precise, and professional manner.
• Excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Effective in both independent work and team collaboration.
• Ability to consistently perform services with integrity, reliability, and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor internal associates as they complete audits, reviews, and compilations.
• Assist in the management and development of associates through the execution of assurance tasks.
• Build technical skills and in-depth knowledge of client services while working across industries.
• Regularly collaborate with shareholders, managers, and other internal leaders.
• Client collaboration to work through assurance engagements.
• Participate in various training and CPE programs to ensure professional development.
• Travel is expected, as needed, to meet firm and client needs.

Skills

Auditing & Assurance

Client service

Interpersonal skills

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Master's degree in accounting

Tools

Microsoft 365

Excel

Word

Microsoft Teams

Zoom

CCH Workflow

Engagement

Practice Management

Job description

Vrakas CPAs + Advisors is seeking a Senior Audit Associate to join the Madison office. You will lead audits, reviews, and compilations, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with internal leaders across various industries.

The role requires CPA licensure eligibility, strong accounting knowledge, and excellent communication. Travel to client sites is expected as needed, with a supportive culture and opportunities for professional growth.