Grant Thornton (US)
Job Description
Grant Thornton is seeking an Audit Senior Associate to join the team in San Jose, CA. Additional approved locations include San Francisco, CA.
As an Audit Senior Associate, you’ll listen to learn about your client’s operations, processes, business objectives, and risks, and apply that knowledge to enhance the financial statement audit. You’ll build relationships with your clients and your engagement team, and use our world‑class audit technology to work collaboratively, solve smarter, and improve the client’s overall financial reporting process. From day one, you’ll be empowered with access to firm leaders and mentors, training programs, resource groups, team‑based communities, and growth opportunities to help you develop your career and achieve more, confidently.
Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities
Listening and communicating clearly with clients about engagement expectations, as well as informing them about accounting, financial and regulatory developments that may affect their organization
Planning, executing and completing financial statement audits while managing the budget; performing an in‑charge role as needed
Training and supervising audit associates and interns and providing consistent, regular feedback
Working with the team to design audit procedures using audit technology and innovation tools. Researching accounting & auditing matters and documenting conclusions.
Working at a client site, with your team in the office or remotely. We empower teams to listen first to expectations of clients and teammates; then you and your team can determine when and where to work. No matter when or where, you will have the support you need to thrive.
Representing Grant Thornton at recruiting and professional networking events
Building your technical and professional skills through formal training
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications and Skills
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, finance, mathematics, or related disciplines
Minimum of two years of progressive public accounting experience with in‑charge auditing
Meeting education requirement for CPA certification in the state where you are applying for employment
Analytical, technical, and auditing skills, including proficiency in US GAAP, GAAS, and PCAOB rules and standards
Can manage multiple engagements and competing priorities
Values teamwork, is agile, and knows the power of building strong relationships
Is curious about or has exposure to automation and digitization tools as part of audits or in the professional services environment
Can travel as needed (Travel expectation: up to 25%)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Base salary range for this position in San Jose, CA and San Francisco, CA: $92,000 – $138,000 per year
Benefits We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you.
Medical, dental and vision insurance programs. Employee assistance program. Minimum 72 hours of paid sick leave, and paid for firm holidays that fall within your internship period.
Medical, dental and vision insurance programs. Employee assistance program. Potential eligibility for 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Minimum 72 hours of paid sick leave.
Potential discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the applicable bonus plan terms. (Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible.)
Equal Employment Opportunity It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions (including recruiting, hiring, training, working conditions, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, evaluations, and termination) are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic predisposition or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, Grant Thornton provides reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless the accommodation would cause undue hardship. Contact HR@us.gt.com for requests.
For Los Angeles applicants, we consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, consistent with local Fair Chance Initiative laws.
For Massachusetts applicants, we do not require or administer lie detector tests as a condition of employment.
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As an Audit Senior Associate, you’ll listen to learn about your client’s operations, processes, business objectives, and risks, and apply that knowledge to enhance the financial statement audit. You’ll build relationships with your clients and your engagement team, and use our world‑class audit technology to work collaboratively, solve smarter, and improve the client’s overall financial reporting process. From day one, you’ll be empowered with access to firm leaders and mentors, training programs, resource groups, team‑based communities, and growth opportunities to help you develop your career and achieve more, confidently.
Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities
Listening and communicating clearly with clients about engagement expectations, as well as informing them about accounting, financial and regulatory developments that may affect their organization
Planning, executing and completing financial statement audits while managing the budget; performing an in‑charge role as needed
Training and supervising audit associates and interns and providing consistent, regular feedback
Working with the team to design audit procedures using audit technology and innovation tools. Researching accounting & auditing matters and documenting conclusions.
Working at a client site, with your team in the office or remotely. We empower teams to listen first to expectations of clients and teammates; then you and your team can determine when and where to work. No matter when or where, you will have the support you need to thrive.
Representing Grant Thornton at recruiting and professional networking events
Building your technical and professional skills through formal training
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications and Skills
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, finance, mathematics, or related disciplines
Minimum of two years of progressive public accounting experience with in‑charge auditing
Meeting education requirement for CPA certification in the state where you are applying for employment
Analytical, technical, and auditing skills, including proficiency in US GAAP, GAAS, and PCAOB rules and standards
Can manage multiple engagements and competing priorities
Values teamwork, is agile, and knows the power of building strong relationships
Is curious about or has exposure to automation and digitization tools as part of audits or in the professional services environment
Can travel as needed (Travel expectation: up to 25%)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Base salary range for this position in San Jose, CA and San Francisco, CA: $92,000 – $138,000 per year
Benefits We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you.
Medical, dental and vision insurance programs. Employee assistance program. Minimum 72 hours of paid sick leave, and paid for firm holidays that fall within your internship period.
Medical, dental and vision insurance programs. Employee assistance program. Potential eligibility for 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Minimum 72 hours of paid sick leave.
Potential discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the applicable bonus plan terms. (Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible.)
Equal Employment Opportunity It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions (including recruiting, hiring, training, working conditions, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, evaluations, and termination) are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic predisposition or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, Grant Thornton provides reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless the accommodation would cause undue hardship. Contact HR@us.gt.com for requests.
For Los Angeles applicants, we consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, consistent with local Fair Chance Initiative laws.
For Massachusetts applicants, we do not require or administer lie detector tests as a condition of employment.
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