Senior Audit Associate

Audit & Assurance | Career Growth | Client Exposure | Top 100 Advisory Firm

Compensation: $75,000-$95,000 Base + Performance Bonus + CPA Support

Location: Dublin, Ohio
Schedule
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On-Site

Our client, a nationally recognized Top 100 business advisory and accounting firm, is seeking a talented Senior Audit Associate to join its growing Assurance practice in Dublin.

This is more than a traditional audit position.

It's an opportunity to work closely with business owners, executives, nonprofit organizations, and management teams while developing advanced audit expertise, strengthening client relationships, mentoring junior staff, and building a long-term career within a firm known for its people-first culture and commitment to professional growth.

With more than 400 professionals and offices throughout Ohio and Florida, the firm provides the resources of a large organization while maintaining a collaborative environment that values work-life balance, continued learning, and career advancement.

• $75,000-$95,000 base salary
• Annual performance bonus opportunity
• Four weeks PTO
• Twelve paid holidays annually, including floating holidays
• Strong mentorship and career development programs
• Exposure to diverse industries and engagement types
• Opportunity to serve as in-charge on audit engagements
• Clear path toward Audit Supervisor and Audit Manager
• Top 100 accounting and advisory firm platform
• Strong training and professional development resources
• People-first culture focused on long-term success

Exceptional candidates with CPA credentials, advanced assurance experience, or leadership experience may be considered above the posted compensation range.

Our client is a nationally recognized accounting and advisory firm providing services across:

• Audit & Assurance
• Tax Planning & Compliance
• Business Advisory Services
• Accounting Services
• Consulting Solutions
• Client Advisory Services

The firm's reputation is built on a commitment to client success, employee development, and a culture that prioritizes both professional achievement and personal well-being.

Professionals enjoy access to sophisticated engagements, strong leadership support, and meaningful opportunities for career advancement.

As a Senior Audit Associate, you'll play a key role in audit and assurance engagements while collaborating with managers, partners, and client leadership teams.

You'll gain valuable experience in:

• Financial Statement Audits
• Reviews & Assurance Engagements
• GAAP Financial Reporting
• GAAS Compliance
• Internal Controls Evaluation
• Risk Assessment
• Audit Planning & Execution
• Client Relationship Management
• Staff Mentoring & Leadership Development

This role provides an excellent combination of technical growth, client exposure, and increasing leadership responsibility.

• Execute audit and assurance engagements from planning through completion
• Prepare and review work papers and supporting documentation
• Draft financial statements and required disclosures
• Apply GAAP principles to client transactions and financial reporting
• Perform risk assessments and substantive audit testing

• Research accounting and auditing issues utilizing authoritative guidance
• Document conclusions and recommendations clearly
  
  Apply GAAS and firm methodologies consistently
• Assist with resolving complex accounting matters
• Stay current on evolving accounting and assurance standards

• Evaluate and document client internal control systems
• Assess control effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement
• Make constructive recommendations to strengthen financial reporting processes
• Support risk assessment and compliance initiatives

• Build positive relationships with client personnel and management teams
• Communicate engagement progress and findings effectively
• Deliver responsive and professional client service
• Assist clients with audit-related questions and concerns

• Help coordinate engagement activities and workflow
• Provide support and guidance to less experienced team members
• Serve as an in-charge auditor on selected engagements
• Contribute ideas and recommendations to engagement teams
• Continue developing supervisory and project management skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field
• 2+ years of public accounting audit experience
• Experience participating in audit and assurance engagements
• Strong understanding of GAAP and GAAS
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Ability and willingness to travel as needed

The ideal candidate:

• Enjoys problem-solving and financial analysis
• Wants to continue building technical audit expertise
• Values mentorship and ongoing professional development
• Enjoys working directly with clients
• Takes pride in delivering high-quality work
• Wants leadership opportunities in public accounting
• Seeks…