Senior Auditor

Jobot; Paramus (NJ); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Benefits package

Work-life balance

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an Audit Senior to join its growing public accounting practice in a hybrid role in the greater New Jersey area. You will lead audit engagements, mentor junior staff, and deliver high-quality client service across multiple industries.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of public accounting experience, a CPA license or active licensure pursuit, and strong Excel/Office skills. This firm emphasizes work-life balance and professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting
• CPA license or active pursuit of licensure
• 3+ years of public accounting experience with a focus on audit and assurance
• Strong Excel and MS Office skills
• Familiarity with QuickBooks, Sage, CCH

Responsibilities

• Lead audit fieldwork and planning
• Supervise staff and review workpapers
• Prepare and review financial statements
• Maintain client relationships
• Travel to client sites as required

Skills

Audit leadership

Client relationships

Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage

CCH Systems

Job description

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Job details:
Audit Senior – Public Accounting | Growing CPA Firm | Hybrid

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Tammy Rivera
Salary: $80,000 - $100,000 per year


A bit about us:

A well-established and growing accounting firm is seeking to expand its team. The firm is known for fostering a supportive, inclusive workplace and placing a strong emphasis on work-life balance. Employees benefit from a collaborative culture and a professional environment that values long-term growth and employee well-being. The office is conveniently located and easily accessible within the greater metro area.


Why join us?

We offer a competitive compensation structure along with a comprehensive benefits package and hybrid work schedule. We foster a positive and collaborative work-culture across the organization!


Job Details

Audit Senior – Public Accounting
A well-established, growth-oriented public accounting firm is seeking an experienced Audit Senior to support its audit and assurance practice. This role will serve as a key member of the engagement team, providing leadership in the execution of audits and maintaining high standards of client service. The position offers strong exposure to a variety of engagements and the opportunity to mentor and develop junior staff.
The firm promotes a collaborative, inclusive culture and is committed to employee development, quality work, and balanced workloads.

Key Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day engagement activities to ensure timely and high-quality delivery
Coordinate and plan engagement phases, including budgeting time and expenses and monitoring performance
Supervise staff and review workpapers for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to standards
Prepare and review financial statements, including evaluation of presentation and disclosures
Lead audit planning and fieldwork, and communicate findings and recommendations to client management
Serve as the primary “in-charge” field representative on engagements
Take ownership of assigned engagement areas and drive them through completion
Apply analytical judgment to identify, evaluate, and resolve quantitative and qualitative variances
Leverage prior engagement experience to address current issues effectively
Build and maintain strong client relationships
Travel to client sites as required (varies by engagement)

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting
CPA license or active pursuit of licensure
3+ years of public accounting experience with a focus on audit and assurance
Strong Excel and MS Office skills (including lookups and pivot tables)
Familiarity with common accounting and audit software platforms (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, CCH systems preferred)

Ideal Candidate Traits

Strong verbal and written communication skills
Detail-oriented with excellent analytical, critical thinking, and research abilities
Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and entrepreneurial mindset
Exceptional organizational and time management skills; able to multitask effectively
Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively
Solid understanding of accounting principles and auditing standards
Demonstrated ability to supervise, coach, and lead engagement teams

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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