Audit Senior

Overview

Founded in 1986, Tyler, Simms & St. Sauveur (TSS) is the largest professional advisory firm headquartered in the Upper Connecticut River Valley of New Hampshire and Vermont, with over 50 employees and a broad range of clients and services.

At TSS, professionals are business consultants, advisors, planners and strategists. We are knowledgeable not only in accounting and tax law, but also in business analysis and valuation, estate planning and employee benefit administration. As an independent member of CPAmerica, we access resources from the Crowe Global network of more than 200 independent accounting and advisory services firms.

We have embraced that the accounting profession is evolving and have partnered with Ascend to accelerate our strategic growth.

About Ascend

Ascend addresses the struggles that accounting and finance professionals face in traditional public accounting firms, including rigid hierarchies and workloads. Our mission is to transform the public accounting experience to support work-life harmony and career advancement through a nurturing network and comprehensive resources. Ascend empowers entrepreneurial CPAs to reach their goals with a growth model that keeps firms independent while providing access to large-firm resources such as growth capital, talent acquisition, technology, leadership, back-office services, and equity incentives.

Founded in January 2023, Ascend has achieved revenues sufficient to qualify as a Top 30 U.S. accounting firm.
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We are looking for a talented Audit Senior to join a dynamic team serving clients in a variety of industries. The ideal candidate is a positive, team-oriented professional who is passionate about client service, professional growth and leadership. The candidate should possess proficient technical accounting and audit skills, as well as strong interpersonal abilities. A successful candidate can effectively lead project teams, deliver an excellent client experience, and support the professional development of the team.

• Lead assurance engagements, including:
  • Define and develop audit strategy and plan
  • Monitor progress against audit plan, engagement budgets, and deadlines
  • Execute complex audit procedures
  • Review staff working papers
  • Manage day-to-day client relations
• Provide support on process improvements and team initiatives
• Develop and maintain client relationships
• Supervise, mentor, train, and evaluate audit staff

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2+ years of public accounting experience performing and/or leading attestation engagements
• Ability to effectively lead and be a member of a team, providing support, building and maintaining relationships, and effectively communicating with team members
• Knowledge of US GAAP
• Experience in managing client relationships
• Demonstrates integrity and professionalism
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Time management, project management, and organizational skills

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or working towards CPA designation

At TSS, we’ve designed a flexible work structure that enables both teamwork and independence, enhancing our employees’ work experience while promoting personal well-being.

We hire good people and give them a good place to work. We truly believe that when you succeed, the firm succeeds, and we make sure you have whatever tools you need to make that success possible.

• Unlimited PTO
• Health, Vision, Dental, and voluntary insurance options
• 401(K) and match
• Performance Bonus
• Annual Community Day + additional 8 community hours
• Holiday donation drives and charity initiatives
• Monthly casual gatherings, annual summer get-together, and annual holiday party locally
• Commitment to professional development
• Equity Program eligibility ager Level, + top performing Managers

Submit your information in the application section directly below. This will include basic contact information, resume/CV and optional cover letter, work eligibility and compensation, and voluntary demographic & self-.

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