Audit Senior I

About the role

Frost PLLC is hiring an Audit Senior I in Raleigh. Auditing gives clients an objective evaluation of a company's financial statements, and as an Audit Senior I you will work alongside experienced audit staff and partners, completing fieldwork for operational and financial audits across the country. You will prepare work papers with definite conclusions and recommendations for clients.

Key responsibilities

• Complete audit procedures over assigned client financial statement segments such as cash, accounts payable and accounts receivable, obtaining sufficient appropriate audit evidence in line with auditing standards.
• Serve as in charge of smaller engagements and components of larger ones, taking responsibility for the whole audit file from setup through note clearance and close-out.
• Prepare less complex audit reports and clear, concise work papers documenting work performed, results and conclusions, plus recommendations for client correspondence.
• Prepare and post journal entries, supervise staff, conduct first reviews of staff work and give feedback for revision and training.
• Communicate with clients in preparation for the audit, complete engagement-level risk assessments and inventory observations, and escalate risks beyond your own experience.
• Maintain a minimum of 40 hours of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) each calendar year and comply with firm practice management procedures.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field.
• Eligibility to sit for the CPA exam or current CPA certification; minimum three years of experience.
• Public accounting and auditing experience; experience in manufacturing, agribusiness or related industries preferred.
• Ability to travel nationally to client sites (20-40 nights per year) and to work extended hours during the busy season.
• Valid driver's license.

Required skills

• Expertise in GAAP, financial reporting and auditing standards.
• Experience with audit software.
• Understanding of computer systems used in audit preparation.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation and generous paid time off.
• Medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement, and paid life and disability insurance.
• Education reimbursement, coaching and mentoring program, internal learning opportunities, and paid membership to business, civic and professional organizations.
• Emotional well-being resources and paid maternity and paternity leave.