Senior Auditor

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Lead engagement fieldwork, guide developing professionals and build strong client relationships while continuing togrow your audit career with AFairchild CPA.

Location Addison, Texas | DFW Metroplex Experience Generally 3–6 Years Credential CPA or Active Progress Preferred Reports To Audit Director

The Senior Auditor leads day-to-day fieldwork on auditand attest engagements, coordinates assigned staff andhelps ensure engagements are completed efficiently,accurately and in accordance with firm methodology and professional standards.

This role serves as a key client contact during fieldwork,translates planning decisions into clear work assignments and supports staff and interns through practical coaching and timely feedback.

• Lead assigned audit, review, compilation and other attest engagement areas through completion.
• Supervise staff and interns during fieldwork.
• Perform and document complex audit procedures.
• Prepare and review work papers for completeness,accuracy and manager review.
• Review financial statements, disclosures andclient deliverables.
• Identify audit issues, control matters and project delays and recommend next steps.
• Monitor budgets, deadlines and workflow status.

• Build productive working relationships with client contacts.
• Help manage client expectations during fieldwork.
• Provide status updates and communicate priority requests and deliverable timing.
• Draft professional client correspondence.
• Assist with PBC requests, sample selections and unresolved audit questions.

• Provide on-the-job training to staff and interns.
• Coach team members on documentation, communication,time management and firm tools.
• Review staff work and provide practical,constructive feedback.
• Model accountability by staying organized and communicating progress.
• Help create a positive team environment where others can succeed.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• CPA license or active progress toward CPAlicensure preferred.
• Generally 3–6 years of audit experience in public accounting or comparable professional services.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, audit methodology,workpaper standards and professional standards.
• Experience with closely held businesses,nonprofits, governmental entities, churches,employee benefit plans or similar clients ishelpful.
• Microsoft Office and audit software proficiency.

• Detail-oriented and organized with strong follow-through.
• Comfortable taking ownership of assigned engagement areas.
• Professionally skeptical, curious and willingto ask thoughtful questions.
• Client-service minded, collaborative and relationship-focused.
• Able to give and receive feedback constructively.
• Committed to continuous learning and professional growth.

Health Benefits Health, dental and vision insurance.

Retirement Retirement plan options.

Unlimited PTO Unlimited paid time off.

Professional Development Continuing education and professional development support.

CPA Support CPA exam support, as applicable.

Flexible Work Flexible and hybrid work arrangements.

Team Events Firm-sponsored events and activities.

Compensation Competitive compensation based on experience.

Join a collaborative team serving a diverse client basewhile building toward the next stage of your professional career.

Opportunity to lead and grow a critical service line.

Clear path to partnership for motivated professionals.

Collaborative and supportive firm culture.

Diverse and challenging client base.

Competitive compensation and benefits package.

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Lead engagements, build client relationships and help develop the next generation of professionals.