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Senior Associate, Audit & Assurance Services

Wertz & Associates


Job Location:

Pittsburgh, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 10 September 2026 (11 days ago)
Application Deadline: 8 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Senior Associate Audit & Assurance Services
Audit Leadership Client Advisory Career Growth Flexible Work Environment

Compensation: Competitive Base Salary Bonus Opportunities

Location: Pittsburgh Pennsylvania Area (Wexford PA)
Schedule: Flexible Hybrid
Compensation: $80000-$105000

Our client a respected and growing public accounting and advisory firm is seeking a Senior Associate Audit & Assurance Services to join its team.

This is more than a traditional audit role.

Its an opportunity to lead audit engagements build trusted client relationships mentor developing professionals and gain meaningful exposure to a diverse range of businesses and industries while advancing your public accounting career.

The firm has built a strong reputation for delivering exceptional client service while fostering a collaborative environment where professionals are encouraged to develop their technical expertise leadership skills and long-term career goals.

If youre looking for an opportunity that combines audit leadership client interaction mentorship and flexibility wed welcome a confidential conversation.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Strong work-life balance philosophy
  • Opportunity to lead audit engagements
  • Significant client-facing responsibilities
  • Exposure to a variety of industries and client types
  • Collaborative and team-oriented culture
  • Opportunity to mentor and develop staff
  • Direct interaction with firm leadership
  • Long-term career advancement opportunities
  • Growing and highly respected public accounting firm
About the Opportunity

As a Senior Associate within the Audit & Assurance practice youll take ownership of audit engagements from planning through completion while working directly with clients and engagement teams.

Youll gain experience with:

  • Financial Statement Audits
  • Reviews & Assurance Engagements
  • Risk Assessment
  • Internal Controls
  • Financial Reporting
  • Client Advisory Services
  • Team Leadership & Development
  • Process Improvement Recommendations
  • Technical Accounting Research

This role offers an excellent blend of technical accounting expertise leadership development and client relationship management.

Key Responsibilities
Audit Engagement Leadership
  • Lead audit engagements from planning through completion
  • Execute and oversee audit fieldwork and testing procedures
  • Direct engagement teams to ensure timely completion of projects
  • Research and resolve accounting and auditing issues
  • Ensure compliance with professional standards and firm requirements
Client Service
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships
  • Develop a deep understanding of client operations and business objectives
  • Communicate engagement findings and recommendations
  • Identify opportunities for operational and process improvements
  • Deliver exceptional responsiveness and service
Team Leadership
  • Supervise train and mentor Staff Associates and junior team members
  • Review work performed by engagement team members
  • Provide coaching feedback and professional development support
  • Foster collaboration and engagement success
Technical Excellence
  • Research technical accounting and audit matters
  • Analyze financial statement issues
  • Stay current on accounting and auditing standards
  • Apply professional judgment to complex situations
  • Maintain high standards of quality and accuracy
Qualifications
Required
  • Bachelors Degree in Accounting
  • 3 years of public accounting audit experience
  • Experience participating in financial statement audits
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication abilities
  • Strong organizational and project management skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Commitment to delivering exceptional client service
Preferred
  • CPA license or active CPA candidate
  • Prior experience leading engagement teams
  • Experience mentoring staff
  • Strong technical accounting knowledge
Who Thrives Here

The ideal candidate:

  • Enjoys building client relationships
  • Wants increasing leadership responsibilities
  • Takes pride in mentoring team members
  • Enjoys solving complex accounting challenges
  • Values collaboration and professional growth
  • Thrives in a dynamic public accounting environment
  • Wants a long-term career path within public accounting
Benefits
  • Competitive compensation package
  • Flexible scheduling options
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Leadership and mentorship opportunities
  • Collaborative team environment
  • Career advancement potential
  • Exposure to diverse clients and industries
What Makes This Opportunity Different

Many audit roles focus primarily on completing assigned testing and documentation.

This opportunity provides meaningful exposure to engagement leadership team development client advisory work and strategic problem-solving. Youll become a trusted resource to clients while helping develop future accounting professionals and advancing your own career.

The combination of flexibility leadership opportunities client interaction and career growth makes this an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious audit professional.

About Our Client

Our client is a growing public accounting and advisory firm dedicated to providing exceptional service while investing in its people. Through a collaborative culture flexible work environment and commitment to professional growth the firm provides professionals with the support and opportunities needed to build rewarding long-term careers.

If youre an Audit Senior Senior Associate or experienced Assurance professional seeking greater leadership opportunities and long-term career growth wed love to speak with you confidentially.