Whitley Penn · 1 day ago
Public Sector (Government / Not-for-Profit) Audit Senior Associate
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expWhitley Penn is a leading CPA and Consulting firm looking for an Audit Senior Associate to join their Government/Not-for-Profit team. The role involves leading audit engagements, building client relationships, and supervising associates while ensuring compliance with auditing standards.
AccountingProfessional Services
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead audit engagements from start to finish, including planning, executing, and ensuring deadlines are met
Build relationships with clients by developing an understanding of client operations, processes, and business objectives; learn to apply this knowledge to enhance engagements, identify issues, and make recommendations for improvements
Manage client deadline expectations, monitor actual performance against budget, and continually communicate engagement status to Managers
Supervise, teach, and develop associates and interns, including delegation of assignments, detailed review of staff prepared work papers, and evaluating performance on engagements
Continuously develop a comprehensive understanding of Generally Accepted Governmental Auditing Standards and how they apply to engagements
Assist with business proposals, networking, and recruiting opportunities
Qualification
Required
3+ years of public accounting external audit experience, preferably public sector
Bachelor's degree in Accounting
CPA certification or CPA eligibility with certification in progress
Strong technical knowledge of Generally Accepted Governmental Auditing Standards
Strong accounting knowledge of GASB Basic Financial Statements for State and Local Governments
Knowledge of risk assessment in the governmental accounting environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be highly dedicated with a positive attitude and a team player who takes initiative and has an eagerness to learn and acquire new skills and knowledge
Preferred
Master's degree
Benefits
Firm Paid Medical Insurance (Free Employee Only Coverage on 2 of 3 plans)
Voluntary Dental and Vision Insurance
17 Annual Firm holidays, with extended break around July 4th and year end
20 days PTO
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
401(k) with Profit Sharing
Discretionary Bonus Program
Firm Paid Becker CPA Review Course & Reimbursement for Exam Fees
Health & Wellness Program
Pet Insurance
Company
Whitley Penn
Whitley Penn is a Texas-based full service public accounting firm.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Nathen McEown
Chief Executive Officer
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Mark Topel
Tax Partner
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