Audit Senior

Paso Robles, CA;
San Luis Obispo, CA;
Santa Maria, CA

Who We Are

About Ascend

Backed by private equity from people-focused Alpine Investors, Ascend is building a dynamic platform for regional accounting firms that enables them to stay independent while accessing the resources of a Top 25 firm to help them grow. Ascend provides access to growth capital, robust talent acquisition and training, leading quality management resources,best-of-breed technology, AI tools, an offshore captive, shared back-office services, a catalytic leadership system, and modernized equity incentives so that firms can surmount today’s industry challenges to reach their full potential.

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About Glenn Burdette

Glenn Burdette is a progressive accounting and business consulting firm deeply committed to fostering professional growth among our staff. Bright, enthusiastic and team-oriented individuals who have strong planning, communication, analytical and organizational skills are always welcome here!

It is with pride that we announce, for the 9th consecutive year, our firm has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work on the Central Coast (SLO, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties) by the Pacific Coast Business Times. At Glenn Burdette, we continuously seek individuals who will contribute to the ongoing growth of our legacy.

Our sustained growth and compelling client portfolio make Glenn Burdette an appealing career choice for professionals, particularly those who value the independent firm environment while seeking challenging and rewarding work. We provide an enriching career trajectory for outstanding and motivated individuals. This, combined with our competitive salary structures, contributes to our ability to retain a highly qualified and professional staff.

The Role

As an Audit Senior at Glenn Burdette, you will work on audit engagements of various clients in accordance with the relevant regulatory and professional auditing and assurance standards. You will carry out your outstanding project management, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills. Our company is team-oriented and prides itself on providing quality work and excellent customer relations in a friendly, superior working environment.

Openings are available in our San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles, and Santa Maria offices.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify business process risks and develop recommendations based on audits.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior management and clients.
• Organize and monitor the progress of client engagement in relation to budgets and due dates.
• Function as communication channel between senior management, clients, and staff.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of audit/assurance experience.
• Single audit, not for profit, and for-profit audit experience.
• Experience with Caseware, Engagement Manager, and PPC.
• In-depth knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Excellent project management, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Self-motivator with the ability to multi-task and complete assignments within time constraints and deadlines in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• A strong desire toward career advancement and goal toward future firm ownership.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Licensed CPA or working towards becoming a licensed CPA.
• Experience with Data Snipper and Crunchafi (formerly Lease Crunch).
• Experience with Microsoft 365 (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel).

What We Offer

As a firm, we offer great benefits, a competitive salary and a focus on mentorship and career advancement. Headquartered in San Luis Obispo, CA with offices in Santa Maria, CA and Paso Robles, CA, Glenn Burdette is a…