Audit Senior Associate

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Job Description:

Overview:

The Audit Senior Associate encompasses a range of responsibilities that are integral to the audit process and client service including coordinating and executing engagements, client interaction, supervision of staff, and team collaboration. They must be technically proficient, be able to assess risk and problem solve.

Auditors at all levels have the responsibility to uphold the public trust and must demonstrate this with a commitment to supporting a culture of high integrity, performance, ethical behavior, and sound risk management in their daily practice.

Responsibilities:

• In-charge audit engagements, working closely with the audit team to ensure they are performed in accordance with professional standards and the firm's practices.

• Supervise, train, and mentor staff and interns on audit process and assess performance of staff for engagement reviews.

• Execute detailed audit procedures, including reviewing transactions, documents, records, reports, and policies for accuracy and completeness.

• Work collaboratively with audit team members, contributing to a positive work environment.

• Build and maintain relationships with client personnel at appropriate levels.

• Identify and communicate audit issues, technical matters, and improvement opportunities with senior associates, managers, and partners to develop audit response to matters discovered during the audit process.

• Stay informed about industry-specific regulations and ensure that all audit work complies with the relevant standards and regulations.

• Prepare and document audit findings, including the preparation of detailed work papers that record and summarize audit procedures and findings.

• Engage in ongoing professional development to improve technical skills and knowledge.

• Maintain professional certification(s), such as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license, if applicable.

• Assist with various administrative functions of audit engagements such as budgeting, billing, and conflict resolution.

• Participate in internal projects and initiatives aimed at improving the firm's audit processes and methodologies.

• Uphold the highest standards of integrity, independence, and professional skepticism.

Exceptional candidates will demonstrate: 

• Excellent project management, organization, and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Ability to collaborate with colleagues and clients at all levels.

• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Professional presence

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing client needs.

• Ability to work additional hours as needed and travel to various client sites or Crowe offices.

Experience / Training

• Minimum Bachelors of Commerce Degree is required.

• Chartered Accountant is required, and CPA eligible desired.

• A minimum of four (4) years of experience in public accounting.

• US GAAP audit experience required.

Work Schedule

A portion of each workday should overlap with the US team work schedule to ensure adequate opportunity to communicate with US resources.

The work schedule is 11 am to 8 pm (India local time).  There may be times when we need to work more then the stated hours below:

Following is an example of a common work schedule:

                     September through December       45 hours per week

                     January through April                     55 hours per week

                     May through August                       45 hours per week

We expect the candidate to uphold Crowe’s values of Care, Trust, Courage, and Stewardship. These values define who we are. We expect all of our people to act ethically and with integrity at all times.

Our Benefits:
At Crowe, we know that great people are what makes a great firm. We value our people and offer employees a comprehensive benefits package. Learn more about what working at Crowe can mean for you!
How You Can Grow:
We will nurture your talent in an inclusive culture that values diversity. You will have the chance to meet on a consistent basis with your Career Coach that will guide you in your career goals and aspirations. Learn more about where talent can prosper!
More about Crowe:

Crowe Capability Center – India, operating under the legal entity C3 India Delivery Centre LLP (formerly known as Crowe Horwath IT Services LLP) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Crowe LLP (U.S.A.), a public accounting, consulting and technology firm with offices around the world. Crowe LLP is an independent member firm of Crowe Global, one of the largest global accounting networks in the world. The network consists of more than 200 independent accounting and advisory firms in more than 130 countries around the world.

Crowe does not accept unsolicited candidates, referrals or resumes from any staffing agency, recruiting service, sourcing entity or any other third-party paid service at any time. Any referrals, resumes or candidates submitted to Crowe, or any employee or owner of Crowe without a pre-existing agreement signed by both parties covering the submission will be considered the property of Crowe, and free of charge.

We are committed to a merit-based hiring process, evaluating all candidates consistently using objective, job-related criteria such as relevant experience, demonstrated skills, measurable impact, and alignment with the role’s responsibilities, and making employment decisions in a fair and inclusive manner free from discrimination.