Senior Accountant – Public Audit

The Audit/Accounting Supervisor serves as the in-charge on audit and assurance engagements, leading teams through planning, fieldwork, financial statement preparation, and wrap-up. Acting as a key liaison with clients and partners, you’ll mentor staff, maintain quality standards, and identify opportunities for firm growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Engagement Leadership: Plan, execute, and manage multiple audit, review, and compilation engagements across industry segments
• Staff Supervision & Development: Serve as primary in-charge—train, review, mentor senior associates and juniors, and ensure team adherence to GAAP/GAAS standards
• Client Communication: Maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication, status updates, and timely issue resolution
• Technical Review: Review audit workpapers, financial statements, footnotes, disclosures, and internal control assessments for accuracy and compliance
• Engagement Economics: Monitor engagement budgets and time tracking, ensuring profitability without sacrificing quality
• Identification of Opportunities: Recognize and recommend audit, advisory, or consulting leads while conducting technical research and supporting proposals
• Cross‑Team Collaboration: Liaise with tax, advisory, and bookkeeping partners for integrated services delivery as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related finance field; Master’s preferred
• Certifications: CPA licensed in NY or actively pursuing licensure required
• Experience: 5–10+ years of public accounting experience, including demonstrated supervisory roles in audit engagements
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of US GAAP, GAAS, and industry‑specific accounting
• Software Proficiency: Strong command of Excel, Word, audit documentation tools
• Skills: Exceptional communication (written and oral), leadership, analytical reasoning, organizational ability, and client-facing presence