Senior Life Sciences Auditor — Lead Engagements

Withum; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Withum is seeking an experienced Life Sciences Audit Senior to join our East Brunswick, Princeton, and Whippany, NJ team. You will lead audit engagements from planning through completion, supervising staff and building client relationships in a collaborative, growth‑minded firm.

You will work with seasoned CPAs in a fast‑paced environment, ensuring accuracy and adherence to US GAAP while mentoring junior staff and coordinating across multiple engagements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required.
• Licensed CPA or in CPA progress.
• At least 2 years of public accounting experience leading engagements and supervising staff.
• Familiarity with US GAAP and strong analytical, technical, auditing skills.
• Excellent client service and communication abilities; proven relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagement team in planning and execution of audit, review, or compilation engagements.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of audit engagements including staffing, planning, risk assessment, fieldwork, and reporting.
• Provide supervision and mentorship to staff; communicate with engagement manager and partner.
• Collaborate with managers/partners on client issue resolutions and regulatory/accounting considerations.
• Review general ledger entries for accuracy; manage multiple engagements across teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Auditing skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Project management

Education

Licensed CPA

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Job description

Withum is seeking an experienced Life Sciences Audit Senior to join our East Brunswick, Princeton, and Whippany, NJ team. You will lead audit engagements from planning through completion, supervising staff and building client relationships in a collaborative, growth‑minded firm.

You will work with seasoned CPAs in a fast‑paced environment, ensuring accuracy and adherence to US GAAP while mentoring junior staff and coordinating across multiple engagements.