Audit Senior Associate I - Grant Thornton LLP

POSITION SUMMARY



Audit Senior Associate: Work with private and public companies to first understand their businesses and the risks they face, focusing efforts where they matter most. Work with clients to improve their overall financial reporting processes and to help them better understand their businesses. Continually inform clients about accounting, financial and regulatory developments that may affect their businesses.



ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:





+ Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality.



+ Run client engagements from start to finish, which includes planning, executing, directing, and completing financial audits and managing to budget.



+ Supervise, train, and mentor associates and interns on audit process and assess performance of staff for engagement reviews; perform in-charge role as needed.



+ Work with audit team to identify and resolve client issues discovered during audit process.



+ Research and analyze financial statements and audit



+ Other duties as assigned





QUALIFICATIONS:





+ Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, finance, mathematics, or related discipline.



+ CPA or pursuing CPA license



+ Minimum of 2 years of progressive public accounting experience with in-charge auditing.



+ Strong technical accounting skills with proficiency in US GAAP and GAAS.



+ Ability to supervise staff and lead projects.



+ Exceptional client service skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.



+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills.



+ Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment.



+ Strong leadership, recruiting, training, and mentoring skills, coupled with excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.



+ Excellent analytical, organizational, and project management skills.



+ Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and audit preparation software.



+ Ability to travel on short notice and work additional hours as needed.




About Us

At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.

About the Team

The team you’re about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here’s how:



• Whether it’s your work location, weekly schedule or unlimited flex time off, we empower you with the options to work in the way that best serves your clients and your life.



• Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and those in your household.



• We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different — and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. See how at www.gt.com/careers



• When it comes to inclusion, we are committed to doing more than checking boxes. Explore all the ways we’re taking action for diversity, equity & inclusion at www.gt.com/careers









Here’s what you can expect next:



If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to also check out other roles that may be a good fit for you or get to know us a little bit better at www.gt.com/careers.









Benefits:





We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits







+ Benefits for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave, and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.







+ Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.







Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.











Additional Details:



It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions (including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, working conditions, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, evaluations, and termination) are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or civil union status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic predisposition or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.



Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of Grant Thornton to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. To make an accommodation request, please contact HR@us.gt.com.









For Los Angeles Applicants only: We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.