Senior Auditor: Lead Client Engagements & Mentorship

Verital Advisory Search; Minneapolis, Saint Paul (MN, MN); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Verital Advisory Search is seeking a Senior Auditor to take ownership of engagements from planning through completion. The role emphasizes direct client interaction, mentorship of junior staff, and growth within a growing regional firm.

The position offers exposure to agribusiness, nonprofit, and commercial clients with a strong work-life balance and a flexible hybrid work model in Minnesota. CPA licensure is preferred or actively pursued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• 4+ years of recent public accounting audit experience with demonstrated client-facing responsibilities.
• CPA preferred or actively pursuing licensure; strong GAAP knowledge.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and auditing standards.
• Excellent communication, organization, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience with agribusiness, nonprofit, or governmental clients is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit engagements from planning through completion.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients throughout engagements.
• Build strong client relationships by providing exceptional service and proactive communication.
• Supervise, review, and mentor junior audit staff.
• Collaborate with managers and partners to develop engagement strategies and resolve complex audit matters.
• Prepare and review financial statements and related workpapers.
• Manage multiple engagements while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through technology and process improvements.

Skills

Client liaison

Auditing

GAAP knowledge

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

Verital Advisory Search is seeking a Senior Auditor to take ownership of engagements from planning through completion. The role emphasizes direct client interaction, mentorship of junior staff, and growth within a growing regional firm.

The position offers exposure to agribusiness, nonprofit, and commercial clients with a strong work-life balance and a flexible hybrid work model in Minnesota. CPA licensure is preferred or actively pursued.