Senior Auditor

Wertz & Associates; Alexandria (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Flexible hybrid scheduling

Leadership development programs

Continuing education support

Career advancement opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Wertz & Associates, Alexandria, VA, seeks a Senior Auditor to join its Audit Services team. The role blends technical GAAP auditing with client interaction, leadership development, and a clear path for advancement.

Enjoy a flexible hybrid schedule and opportunities to mentor staff while engaging with nonprofit and government contractor clients. You'll supervise fieldwork, strengthen internal controls, and contribute to high-quality financial statement audits, with exposure to diverse industries

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field.
• 3+ years of public accounting audit experience.
• Experience performing audit procedures and fieldwork.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and GAAS.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• CPA license or pursuing CPA certification (preferred).
• Master's Degree in Accounting or related field (preferred).
• Experience supervising staff (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Perform and supervise audit fieldwork and testing procedures.
• Administer audit engagements and assist with engagement planning.
• Complete audit procedures in accordance with professional standards.
• Prepare and review audit workpapers.
• Assist in finalizing engagement deliverables.
• Interact professionally with client personnel.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships.
• Communicate audit findings and requests effectively.
• Help clients navigate accounting and reporting issues.
• Deliver exceptional client service throughout engagements.
• Supervise and train entry-level audit staff.
• Review staff work and provide coaching.
• Mentor developing professionals.
• Support engagement teams in meeting deadlines.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Apply GAAP and GAAS principles throughout engagements.
• Research accounting and auditing issues.
• Assist with complex audit areas.
• Maintain compliance with professional standards.
• Continue expanding technical expertise and industry knowledge.

Skills

Audit experience

GAAP/GAAS

Communication skills

Organization & PM

Teamwork

Engagement leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field

CPA license or pursuing CPA

Master's Degree in Accounting or related field

Experience supervising staff

Job description

Senior Auditor

Audit & Assurance | Career Advancement | Leadership Development | Flexible Hybrid Schedule

Compensation: $90,000 - $120,000 Base + Performance Bonus Opportunities

Location: Alexandria, Virginia
Schedule: Flexible Hybrid

Our client, a respected and growing public accounting and advisory firm, is seeking an experienced Senior Auditor to join its Audit Services team.

This is more than a traditional audit position.

It's an opportunity to work directly with nonprofit organizations, consultants, government contractors, professional service firms, technology companies, and other growing organizations while building meaningful client relationships and developing the leadership skills necessary for future advancement.

The firm has built a strong reputation for technical excellence, client service, and employee development. Professionals enjoy significant exposure to clients, opportunities to mentor developing staff, and a workplace culture that emphasizes flexibility, collaboration, and long-term growth.

If you're looking for a role that combines technical audit work, client interaction, professional development, and a clear path for advancement, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• $90,000 - $120,000 base salary
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Flexible hybrid work environment
• Strong work-life balance philosophy
• Direct exposure to clients and engagement leadership
• Opportunity to supervise and mentor staff accountants
• Leadership training and professional development programs
• Continuing education support
• Diverse client base across multiple industries
• Clear advancement opportunities
• Collaborative and team-oriented culture

About the Firm

Our client is a well-established public accounting and advisory firm serving nonprofit organizations, consultants, professional service firms, government contractors, technology companies, and other growing businesses.

Services include:

• Audit & Assurance
• Financial Statement Audits
• Reviews & Compilations
• Advisory Services
• Accounting Consulting
• Tax Services

The firm combines technical expertise with personalized client service, creating an environment where professionals can develop meaningful relationships while building rewarding careers.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Auditor, you'll play a key role on assurance engagements while working closely with clients and engagement leaders.

You'll gain experience with:

• Financial Statement Audits
• Risk Assessment Procedures
• Internal Control Evaluations
• Financial Reporting
• Client Advisory Services
• Engagement Administration
• Staff Development & Training
• Technical Accounting Research
• Industry-Specific Audit Engagements

This role provides an excellent blend of technical accounting expertise, client interaction, and leadership development.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Engagement Execution

• Perform and supervise audit fieldwork and testing procedures
• Administer audit engagements and assist with engagement planning
• Complete audit procedures in accordance with professional standards
• Prepare and review audit workpapers
• Assist in finalizing engagement deliverables

Client Service

• Interact professionally with client personnel
• Build and maintain strong working relationships
• Communicate audit findings and requests effectively
• Help clients navigate accounting and reporting issues
• Deliver exceptional client service throughout engagements

Staff Leadership & Development

• Supervise and train entry-level audit staff
• Review staff work and provide coaching
• Mentor developing professionals
• Support engagement teams in meeting deadlines
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment

Technical Excellence

• Apply GAAP and GAAS principles throughout engagements
• Research accounting and auditing issues
• Assist with complex audit areas
• Maintain compliance with professional standards
• Continue expanding technical expertise and industry knowledge

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field
• 3+ years of public accounting audit experience
• Experience performing audit procedures and fieldwork
• Strong understanding of GAAP and GAAS
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and project management abilities
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Preferred

• CPA license or actively pursuing CPA certification
• Master's Degree in Accounting or related field
• Previous experience supervising staff
• Experience working with nonprofit organizations, government contractors, or employee benefit plans

Industries & Experience Valued

Experience in any of the following areas is highly desirable:

• Nonprofit Organizations
• Government Contracting
• Professional Services Firms
• Technology Companies
• Employee Benefit Plans
• Consulting Organizations
• Financial Statement Audits
• Uniform Guidance Audits

Who Thrives Here?

The ideal candidate:

• Has a strong desire to continue developing audit expertise
• Enjoys building client relationships
• Takes pride in mentoring and developing staff
• Possesses strong problem-solving abilities
• Values collaboration and teamwork
• Thrives in a flexible and professional environment
• Wants a long-term career path within public accounting

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Flexible hybrid scheduling
• Leadership development programs
• Continuing education support
• Career advancement opportunities
• Collaborative team environment
• Professional growth and mentorship
• Exposure to diverse clients and industries

What Makes This Opportunity Different?

Many Senior Auditor positions focus solely on fieldwork and compliance.

This opportunity provides meaningful exposure to client interaction, staff development, leadership training, and long-term career growth. You'll work directly with experienced leadership, gain visibility within the firm, and build the skills needed to advance into future management roles.

The combination of workplace flexibility, professional development, client exposure, and advancement opportunities makes this an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious audit professional.

About Our Client

Our client is a respected public accounting and advisory firm known for technical excellence, exceptional client service, and employee development. Through strong leadership, workplace flexibility, and a commitment to professional growth, the firm provides professionals with the resources and opportunities needed to build successful long-term careers.

If you're a Senior Auditor, Audit Senior, or experienced Assurance professional seeking greater responsibility, stronger client relationships, and long-term career growth, we'd love to speak with you confidentially.