Audit Senior
Lucas Horsfall, Los Angeles, CA, United States
Overview
Backed by private equity from people-focused Alpine Investors, Ascend is building a dynamic platform for regional accounting firms that enables them to stay independent while accessing the resources of a Top 25 firm to help them grow. Ascend provides access to growth capital, robust talent acquisition and training, leading quality management resources, best-of-breed technology, AI tools, an offshore captive, shared back-office services, a catalytic leadership system, and modernized equity incentives so that firms can surmount today’s industry challenges to reach their full potential. For more information, visit www.ascendtogether.com. Lucas Horsfall is a CPA firm celebrating its 68th year in 2025, offering work-life balance, diverse client work, professional growth, and advancement opportunities. The firm places emphasis on people and clients and is seeking an audit senior to deliver personal and experienced service to a wide client base.
Key Responsibilities
Performs field work on financial statement audit and accounting engagements.
Monitors progress of engagements in relation to budgets and due dates.
Directs the work of staff assigned to client engagements.
Assists with engagement planning.
Trains, supervises, and develops staff on engagements.
Reviews work before submission to Managers for further review.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops or classes, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed, including special projects.
Prioritizes and manages multiple projects and deadlines.
Communicates effectively and serves as liaison among Managers, clients, and staff.
Required Qualifications
3+ years of financial statement audit experience at a public accounting firm.
BA/BS degree in accounting or business from an accredited university.
Experience working with privately held clients.
Must be able to travel to client locations.
Strategic thinker with strong organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in accounting.
Licensed and currently active CPA or working towards CPA designation.
Industry experience in manufacturing, real estate, construction, or not-for-profit sectors.
Experience using Caseware.
Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and GAAS.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
What We Offer As a firm, we offer great benefits, a competitive salary, and tuition reimbursement for advanced education. Headquartered in Pasadena, CA with offices in Encino and Irvine, Lucas Horsfall is a growing CPA and consulting firm focused on tax, audit, and consulting needs.
Flexible PTO
Excellent Voluntary Insurance Options
401(k) Matching
Discretionary Bonus
Commitment to Professional Development
Meaningful work that makes a difference in our clients' lives
EEO and Compliance The pay range for this role is $80,000 - $110,000 per year. This range includes the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, education, and skill level. Ascend provides a fair and equal employment opportunity for all candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Ascend hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position and business needs.
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Backed by private equity from people-focused Alpine Investors, Ascend is building a dynamic platform for regional accounting firms that enables them to stay independent while accessing the resources of a Top 25 firm to help them grow. Ascend provides access to growth capital, robust talent acquisition and training, leading quality management resources, best-of-breed technology, AI tools, an offshore captive, shared back-office services, a catalytic leadership system, and modernized equity incentives so that firms can surmount today’s industry challenges to reach their full potential. For more information, visit www.ascendtogether.com. Lucas Horsfall is a CPA firm celebrating its 68th year in 2025, offering work-life balance, diverse client work, professional growth, and advancement opportunities. The firm places emphasis on people and clients and is seeking an audit senior to deliver personal and experienced service to a wide client base.
Key Responsibilities
Performs field work on financial statement audit and accounting engagements.
Monitors progress of engagements in relation to budgets and due dates.
Directs the work of staff assigned to client engagements.
Assists with engagement planning.
Trains, supervises, and develops staff on engagements.
Reviews work before submission to Managers for further review.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops or classes, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed, including special projects.
Prioritizes and manages multiple projects and deadlines.
Communicates effectively and serves as liaison among Managers, clients, and staff.
Required Qualifications
3+ years of financial statement audit experience at a public accounting firm.
BA/BS degree in accounting or business from an accredited university.
Experience working with privately held clients.
Must be able to travel to client locations.
Strategic thinker with strong organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in accounting.
Licensed and currently active CPA or working towards CPA designation.
Industry experience in manufacturing, real estate, construction, or not-for-profit sectors.
Experience using Caseware.
Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and GAAS.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
What We Offer As a firm, we offer great benefits, a competitive salary, and tuition reimbursement for advanced education. Headquartered in Pasadena, CA with offices in Encino and Irvine, Lucas Horsfall is a growing CPA and consulting firm focused on tax, audit, and consulting needs.
Flexible PTO
Excellent Voluntary Insurance Options
401(k) Matching
Discretionary Bonus
Commitment to Professional Development
Meaningful work that makes a difference in our clients' lives
EEO and Compliance The pay range for this role is $80,000 - $110,000 per year. This range includes the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, education, and skill level. Ascend provides a fair and equal employment opportunity for all candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Ascend hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position and business needs.
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