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Audit Senior

UHY-US
Albany, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 3/9/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/13/2025
JOB SUMMARY

As an Audit Senior, you will be responsible for performing and leading the necessary procedures involved in planning and executing attestation engagements for clients in accordance with the applicable accounting standards. The Audit Senior leads client engagements, maintains client relationships, and acts as a liaison between overseeing the work of internal staff and working closely with internal leaders, to ensure high-quality work is conducted and delivered to our clients.

JOB DESCRIPTION

THE FOCUS IS YOU

As an Audit Senior, you will be responsible for performing and leading the necessary procedures involved in planning and executing attestation engagements for clients in accordance with the applicable accounting standards. The Audit Senior leads client engagements, maintains client relationships, and acts as a liaison between overseeing the work of internal staff and working closely with internal leaders, to ensure high-quality work is conducted and delivered to our clients.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Regular duties include (but are not limited to):

Audit Execution

  • Perform complex audit procedures, including substantive testing, control testing, and analytical review, to evaluate the accuracy and completeness of financial statements
  • Review workpapers, documentation, and audit evidence prepared by audit staff for accuracy and adherence to standards
  • Collaborate with partners, managers, and clients to develop comprehensive audit plans tailored to client needs and risks
  • Identify key areas for audit focus, potential risks, and necessary resources

Financial Statement Analysis

  • Analyze financial statements, disclosures, and supporting documentation to identify potential issues or discrepancies
  • Assess the application of accounting principles and standards, and provide recommendations for improvements

Internal Controls Assessment

  • Evaluate internal control systems and processes to identify weaknesses or deficiencies that could impact the accuracy of financial reporting
  • Provide valuable insights and recommendations to clients for improving financial processes and controls

Client Communication

  • Serve as a main point of contact for clients, maintaining open and professional communication to address questions, concerns, and updates
  • Builds client relationships and maintains smooth working relationship

Team Supervision

  • Supervise and mentor audit staff members, providing timely feedback, guidance, and training to support their professional development
  • Foster a collaborative and productive team environment

Engagement Leadership

  • Lead and manage audit engagements from planning through completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and professional standards
  • Delegate tasks to audit staff members and provide guidance throughout the engagement

Technical Research

  • Stay current with evolving accounting standards, regulations, and industry trends, and apply this knowledge to engagements
  • Research, resolve, and document complex accounting and auditing issues as they arise

Reporting and Documentation

  • Ensure the accuracy and completeness of audit documentation, findings, and conclusions in accordance with firm and regulatory standards
  • Review and finalize audit reports for distribution to clients

Continuous Improvement

  • Engage in continuous learning and development to enhance your technical skills and knowledge
  • Participate in post-engagement reviews to assess the effectiveness of audit processes and identify areas for improvement
  • Contribute ideas to enhance the firm's methodologies and procedures

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Required education and experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
  • 2 years of relevant audit experience within a CPA firm
  • Responsible for completing the minimum CPE credit requirement

Preferred Education And Experience

  • Experience in professional service environment, such as a CPA firm, financial consulting firm, or similar setting
  • Actively working towards achieving CPA licensure or relevant certification, if not already attained

Travel required

  • Travel may be frequent and unpredictable, depending on client’s needs

WHO WE ARE

READY TO DELIVER

We take pride in our ability to combine local knowledge with national, regional, and international skills to provide you and your organization with the best resources possible. We harness the power of our network to empower you to achieve your goals, and to ensure we meet or exceed your expectations and objectives. UHY professionals get to know your business inside and out, and work with a solid understanding of what you need to succeed. Our dedication to delivering top-quality client service guides our every move.

A LEGACY OF COMMITMENT, GROWTH AND SERVICE

We know what we’re doing. We have deep roots in spotting and nurturing growth opportunities that goes back decades. Today, we are a global provider of exceptional service and part of one of the largest accounting, tax and consulting networks in the world. We’re dedicated to serving clients ranging from the dynamic middle-market to Fortune 500 companies. We believe that having a strong entrepreneurial mindset is key to growth, and we bring that mindset to every client experience.

AN ALTERNATIVE PRACTICE STRUCTURE TO BETTER SERVE YOU

A licensed CPA firm, UHY LLP offers audit and other attest services to public and private companies. UHY Advisors provides tax and consulting services, to a variety of business sectors.

WHAT WE OFFER

POSITIVE WORK ENVIRONMENT

Enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment where teamwork is valued.

ATTRACTIVE COMPENSATION PACKAGES

Our compensation is competitive and tailored to reflect the role, qualifications, and expertise of each individual.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE

Access comprehensive benefits including group health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and generous paid time off (PTO) allowances.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION

We are committed to furthering our DE&I journey through building a diverse professional community based on equitable treatment for all and a collaborative culture that values inclusion.

For job postings in our Albany location, we are required by law to include a good faith salary range for every job, promotion, and transfer opportunity in accordance with the New York Human Rights Law. This range considers many factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s knowledge, job specific skills, experience, licensure, and certifications. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this position is $65,000 to $100,000.

WHO WE ARE

READY TO DELIVER

We take pride in our ability to combine local knowledge with national, regional, and international skills to provide you and your organization with the best resources possible. We harness the power of our network to empower you to achieve your goals, and to ensure we meet or exceed your expectations and objectives. UHY professionals get to know your business inside and out, and work with a solid understanding of what you need to succeed. Our dedication to delivering top-quality client service guides our every move.

A LEGACY OF COMMITMENT, GROWTH AND SERVICE

We know what we’re doing. We have deep roots in spotting and nurturing growth opportunities that goes back decades. Today, we are a global provider of exceptional service and part of one of the largest accounting, tax and consulting networks in the world. We’re dedicated to serving clients ranging from the dynamic middle-market to Fortune 500 companies. We believe that having a strong entrepreneurial mindset is key to growth, and we bring that mindset to every client experience.

AN ALTERNATIVE PRACTICE STRUCTURE TO BETTER SERVE YOU

A licensed CPA firm, UHY LLP offers audit and other attest services to public and private companies. UHY Advisors provides tax and consulting services, to a variety of business sectors.

WHAT WE OFFER

POSITIVE WORK ENVIRONMENT

Enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment where teamwork is valued.

ATTRATIVE COMPENSATION PACKAGES

Our compensation is competitive and tailored to reflect the role, qualifications, and expertise of each individual.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE

Access comprehensive benefits including group health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and generous paid time off (PTO) allowances.

Salary : $65,000 - $100,000

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