Supervising Audit Senior Associate

Staff Financial Group; Melbourne (FL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A confidential professional services firm in Melbourne, FL is seeking a Supervising Audit Senior Associate to perform diversified audit and accounting assignments. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of public accounting experience, be eligible to sit for the CPA exam, and possess strong communication and analytical skills. The role involves planning client engagements and ensuring high-quality service while developing technical expertise. The salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Eligible to sit for the CPA exam (CPA preferred).
• Minimum of five years of public accounting experience.
• Proficiency with accounting software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities.
• Experience in government and not-for-profit industries is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform diversified accounting and auditing assignments.
• Participate in planning and scheduling client engagements.
• Prepare and index working papers for audits.
• Develop understanding of GAAP and specialized accounting principles.
• Communicate effectively with clients.

Skills

Public accounting experience

Written and verbal communication skills

Organizational abilities

Analytical abilities

Teamwork

Education

Eligibility to sit for the CPA exam

Five years of public accounting experience

Tools

Accounting software proficiency

Job description

Supervising Audit Senior Associate - Melbourne, FL

Who: An experienced accounting professional with at least five years of public accounting experience and eligibility to sit for the CPA exam.

What: Performs diversified audit and accounting assignments while supporting client engagements and applying established GAAP and auditing standards.

When: Full-time role available immediately.

Where: Within a confidential professional services firm serving a variety of clients, including government and not-for-profit entities.

Why: To contribute to high‑quality audit execution through strong technical skills, organized work practices, and effective client communication.

Office Environment: A collaborative, professional environment that values accuracy, teamwork, and clear communication.

Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience.

Position Overview:

The Senior Audit & Accounting Associate supports audit and accounting engagements by performing detailed procedures, preparing workpapers, and ensuring high‑quality client service while continuing to develop technical and industry expertise.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform diversified accounting and auditing assignments under the direction of supervisors and managers.
• Participate in planning and scheduling client engagements.
• Prepare and index working papers and perform GAAP‑based procedures to verify financial accuracy.
• Develop a command of GAAP, OCBOA, specialized accounting principles, and financial statement presentation requirements.
• Build a strong understanding of generally accepted auditing standards and commonly used audit procedures.
• Communicate effectively with clients to gather required information with minimal disruption.

Qualifications:

• Meets all requirements to sit for the CPA exam (CPA preferred).
• Minimum of five years of public accounting experience with progressive responsibility and experience leading engagements.
• Proficiency with accounting software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities.
• Ability to work well within a team environment.
• Experience in government and not-for-profit industries is a plus.

If you’re interested in learning more about this opportunity or would like to discuss your qualifications, please apply now.