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Senior Audit Associate

Ledgent, San Diego, CA, United States


Overview We are an established public accounting firm serving clients throughout San Diego and Southern California. We pride ourselves on a collaborative team environment, partner accessibility, and a healthy work-life balance. Many members of our team have long tenures with the firm, reflecting our commitment to professional growth and employee satisfaction.

Position Overview We are currently seeking an experienced

Senior Audit Associate

to join our audit team. This individual will play a key role in managing audit engagements, mentoring junior staff, and supporting client relationships while continuing to develop technically and professionally.

Responsibilities

Supervise all aspects of audit engagements, including planning, execution, and review of workpapers

Prepare and review audited financial statements

Participate in client meetings and communication

Train and mentor staff-level audit associates

Ensure compliance with firm policies and professional standards

Begin developing strong client relationships and engagement ownership

Supervise audit and select non-audit engagements efficiently

Technical Development Expectations

Develop a strong working knowledge of GAAP, OCBOA, and specialized accounting principles

Apply Generally Accepted Auditing Standards and common audit procedures

Demonstrate technical proficiency sufficient to supervise staff accountants

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting (required)

CPA license, CPA exam passed, or CPA-eligible

3+ years of public accounting audit experience

Experience with nonprofit clients preferred

Strong accounting and analytical skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with Adobe Acrobat and QuickBooks a plus

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.

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