Senior Auditor
Senior Auditor
Location: Lakewood, New Jersey
Position Overview
Required Qualifications
Primary Responsibilities
Audit Management
Client Relations
Team Leadership
Technical Duties
Skills and Competencies
Work Environment
Compensation & Benefits
Career Growth Opportunities
Firm Culture

Location: Lakewood, New Jersey
Position Overview
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Auditor to join their growing public accounting firm in Lakewood, New Jersey. The ideal candidate will lead diverse audit engagements across multiple industries, supervise staff members, and maintain strong client relationships while ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Required Qualifications
- Active CPA license in New Jersey
- 4+ years of recent public accounting experience
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
- Strong understanding of US GAAP and GAAS
- Experience managing multiple engagements simultaneously
Primary Responsibilities
Audit Management
- Lead audit engagements from planning through completion
- Develop and execute audit programs based on risk assessment
- Review workpapers and financial statements for accuracy and compliance
- Supervise and direct audit teams of 2-4 staff members
- Ensure adherence to firm methodology and professional standards
- Manage project budgets and resource allocation
- Identify and resolve technical accounting issues
Client Relations
- Serve as key point of contact for assigned clients
- Maintain strong professional relationships with clients
- Present audit findings to client management
- Respond promptly to client inquiries and requests
- Identify opportunities for additional services
- Participate in client proposal development and presentations
Team Leadership
- Provide on-the-job training to staff accountants
- Review and evaluate staff performance
- Coach and mentor junior team members
- Facilitate knowledge sharing within the audit department
- Contribute to staff recruitment and development initiatives
Technical Duties
- Prepare and review complex financial statements
- Conduct technical research on accounting and auditing matters
- Stay current with accounting standards and regulatory changes
- Assist with quality control procedures
- Support tax season initiatives as needed
Skills and Competencies
- Strong project management abilities
- Excellence in written and verbal communication
- Advanced knowledge of Excel and audit software
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience with paperless audit systems
- Knowledge of local business environment and industries
Work Environment
- Based in our Lakewood, NJ office
- Hybrid work arrangement available
- Local travel to client sites
- Seasonal overtime during busy season (January-April)
- Additional hours during peak audit periods
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary based on experience
- Performance-based bonus program
- Comprehensive benefits package including:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off and holidays
- CPA license renewal fees
- Professional development support
Career Growth Opportunities
- Structured path to manager position
- Industry specialization opportunities
- Leadership development programs
- Mentorship program participation
- Local professional network development
Firm Culture
- Collaborative team environment
- Focus on work-life balance
- Regular team building events
- Community involvement opportunities
- Professional growth emphasis
