Senior Audit Associate - Public Accounting (CPA Firm Job Ann Arbor area,Michigan USA,Accounting

Position: Senior Audit Associate - Public Accounting (CPA Firm)

Senior Audit Associate - Public Accounting (CPA Firm)

This is your opportunity to step into a high-visibility role at an established regional CPA firm in Southeast Michigan - leading complex audit engagements, shaping junior talent, and advising a diverse middle-market client portfolio with real autonomy and a clear path to future leadership.

What you'll do

Plan, execute, and deliver audit, review, and compilation engagements in full compliance with U.S. GAAP and GAAS, keeping each engagement on scope, budget, and timeline.

Own complex technical accounting matters end-to-end, from risk assessment and audit program design through workpaper sign-off and financial statement delivery.

Lead engagement risk assessments and build targeted, efficient audit testing programs that add measurable value beyond compliance.

Serve as the primary client contact throughout each engagement, proactively communicating status and surfacing actionable operational insights to management.

Supervise, coach, and formally evaluate associates and interns, reviewing their work papers for accuracy, completeness, and sound audit logic.

Conduct specialized accounting research and author advisory memos on complex reporting topics.

Support firm growth by contributing to proposal preparation, client pitches, and professional networking.

What you need

3-5 years of progressive public accounting audit experience, preferably with privately held middle-market clients.

Active CPA license or demonstrated, active progress toward CPA exam completion.

Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP, GAAS, and risk-based audit methodologies.

Prior experience delegating to and formally reviewing the work of junior staff.

Pay & benefits

Base salary: $80,000-$110,000 per year, commensurate with experience.
Health & wellness:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Retirement: 401(k) plan with company match.
Time Off: 4 Weeks of PTO
Growth:
Structured mentorship, defined promotion track, and a clear path to firm leadership.

Location & schedule

Offices:
Troy, MI | Bingham Farms, MI | Ann Arbor, MI (Southeast Michigan metro area).
Work model:
Office-based; local client travel approximately 10% or less.
Schedule:

Full-time. Seasonal busy-season hours of 50+ hours per week (typically January-April) are expected and supported by the team.

About & how to apply

We are an established regional CPA firm with a strong track record of technical excellence and internal promotion. We invest in our people through CPE, mentorship, and genuine career advancement - not just a title change.

Apply through this posting with your resume. Qualified candidates will be contacted promptly for a confidential introductory conversation.

For this position you must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We do not sponsor for this position.