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Ascend · 1 month ago

Audit Department Coordinator

Colorado Springs, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$48K/yr - $60K/yr

2+ years exp

Ascend is a transformative public accounting firm aimed at improving the work-life balance for accounting professionals. The Audit Department Coordinator will manage audit engagement schedules, serve as the primary contact for audit staff and clients, and ensure the quality and efficiency of audit processes.

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Responsibilities

Maintain audit engagement schedules: coordinate team calendars, book client meetings, monitor key deadlines (fieldwork start, reporting, deliverables)

Serve as primary point of contact for internal audit staff (senior, manager, partner) and external clients regarding logistics, documentation requests, status updates

Track audit deliverables: ensure work-papers and documentation are submitted, reviewed, and archived according to firm policy and professional standards

Assist in report preparation: compile schedules, ensure formatting/consistency, perform basic review for completeness prior to manager/partner review

Maintain audit templates, checklists and departmental process documentation; propose and implement process improvements to promote departmental efficiency

Monitor inspection readiness and quality control: track outstanding issues, follow up on corrective actions, maintain audit file control

Support client billing and engagement cost tracking: capture time / expense information, prepare engagement summaries, assist in invoicing coordination

Provide general administrative support to the Audit team: coordinate travel/meetings, order supplies, manage access and onboarding for new staff

Foster strong internal and client relationships: maintain professional, responsive communications and help deliver an excellent client experience

Uphold confidentiality and professional ethics in handling client and firm financial information

Qualification

Accounting degreeAudit experienceMicrosoft OfficeOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsDetail-orientedConfidentialityTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration or equivalent work experience

Minimum 2-4 years of experience in an accounting or auditing support role, ideally within a public accounting firm or audit department, preferred but not required

Excellent organizational skills with ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; client-facing professionalism

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); familiarity with audit software and document management systems is a plus

Ability to work collaboratively across teams and maintain positive relationships internally and externally

Detail-oriented mindset with commitment to accuracy and timely follow-through

High integrity, ability to handle confidential information

Willingness for occasional overtime during busy audit seasons and flexibility for hybrid/remote work when appropriate

Ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines