abip CPAs & Advisors · 18 hours ago
Senior Associate - External Audit
Greater Houston
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expabip CPAs & Advisors is seeking a Senior Associate in External Audit to lead audit engagements from planning through completion. This role involves supervising staff auditors, performing complex audit procedures, and ensuring high-quality delivery of financial statement audits in accordance with GAAP and professional auditing standards.
AccountingConsultingFinance
Responsibilities
Lead and manage multiple audit engagements simultaneously, including planning, fieldwork, testing, and reporting
Perform risk assessments, develop audit programs, and determine appropriate audit procedures
Execute complex audit procedures including substantive testing, internal control testing, analytics, sampling, and documentation
Identify audit issues and propose practical, value-added recommendations
Draft financial statements, footnotes, and audit reports
Provide coaching, performance feedback, and on-the-job training to junior team members
Serve as the primary point of contact for client personnel during engagements
Gather and analyze client information to understand business operations and audit risk areas
Communicate audit findings clearly through written and verbal communication
Build and maintain strong client relationships to ensure satisfaction and engagement continuity
Ensure compliance with GAAP, GAAS, AICPA standards, and firm audit methodology
Conduct technical research on accounting and audit issues and assist teams in applying guidance
Maintain confidentiality and uphold professional ethics and standards
Manage engagement budgets, timelines, and deliverables
Coordinate fieldwork logistics and deadlines across multiple clients
Identify opportunities for process improvements and additional client services
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
2–5 years of public accounting audit experience
Prior experience auditing employees benefit plans, construction, manufacturing/distribution
Strong understanding of GAAP, auditing standards, and financial reporting
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with audit software/tools
Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Preferred
CPA license or CPA-eligible
Prior experience in a mid-sized or regional public accounting firm
Company
abip CPAs & Advisors
ABIP CPAs & Advisors is an accounting firm thatp rovides advisory, tax, accounting and assurance services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Larry Gates
Chief Operating Officer
Eric Huddleston
Audit and Assurance Partner
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