What are the responsibilities and job description for the Audit Senior Associate position at NorthPoint Search Group?
Who: A detail-oriented accounting professional with at least three years of public accounting experience and eligibility to sit for the CPA exam.
What: Performs diversified accounting and auditing assignments while supporting client engagements and ensuring compliance with GAAP and auditing standards.
When: Full-time position available immediately.
Where: Niceville, FL
Why: To strengthen the audit team by delivering accurate financial analysis, clear documentation, and effective client communication.
Office Environment: Collaborative, team-focused environment requiring strong communication and organizational skills.
Salary: Competitive and based on experience.
Position Overview:
The Audit & Accounting Senior Associate supports the execution of audit and accounting engagements, ensuring high-quality work and adherence to professional standards while maintaining confidentiality for all client matters.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform diversified auditing and accounting assignments under the guidance of supervisors and managers.
- Participate in planning and scheduling of client engagements.
- Prepare and index working papers and perform procedures aligned with GAAP to verify financial accuracy.
- Develop proficiency in GAAP, other accounting frameworks, specialized accounting principles, and financial statement presentations.
- Gain a thorough understanding of auditing standards and commonly used audit procedures.
- Communicate effectively with clients to obtain required information with minimal disruption.
Qualifications:
- Eligibility to sit for the CPA exam (CPA certification preferred).
- Minimum of three years of public accounting experience with increasing responsibility in audit and accounting tasks.
- Proven experience managing or taking charge of engagements.
- Proficiency in accounting software.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- High attention to detail with strong analytical and organizational abilities.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.