Part-Time Audit Senior

Established in 1983, WilkinGuttenplan is a leading mid-sized accounting and advisory firm in New Jersey and New York City. The Firm serves a multitude of industries, including closely held and middle-market businesses and their owners, high-net worth individuals, real estate, healthcare, international commerce, sports and entertainment, professional practices, technology, non-profit, condominiums and cooperatives, and many more. Areas of expertise include tax, auditing, compilations, reviews, financial statement preparation, business valuations and trust & estate solutions. WilkinGuttenplan is an independent member of the BDO Alliance USA. At WilkinGuttenplan, we strive to ensure we foster an inclusive and flexible environment for all our employees while also assisting them in achieving their unique career goals through our coaching program. WilkinGuttenplan is currently seeking a Part-Time Audit Senior to join our Commercial Audit team during our busy season, with a flexible structure designed to fit your availability. We’re looking for experienced audit professionals who want to stay connected to meaningful work in a part-time, seasonal and as-needed capacity. Whether you’re re-entering the workforce, shifting away from a full-time career path, or simply seeking something different, this role allows you to contribute to a team, leverage your expertise, mentor associates, and be part of a great firm without the pressure of full-time advancement. The ideal candidate has a background in audit and assurance, preferably within commercial industries such as closely held and middle-market businesses, real estate, life sciences, healthcare, professional practices, and technology, is detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to balance working independently with collaborating as part of a team. As a Part-Time Audit Senior, you will contribute meaningfully to client engagements, oversee associate-level work, and have the opportunity to collaborate directly with our skilled Audit team while delivering exceptional service to our clients. **Responsibilities** - Assist in executing audits, reviews, and compilations in accordance with U.S. GAAP and firm policies for clients in commercial industries. - Assist in engagement planning, including risk assessment, developing audit strategies, and establishing timelines. - Prepare and review GAAP financial statements, footnotes, and disclosures to ensure accuracy and compliance with professional standards. - Supervise, mentor, and review the work of staff auditors, providing clear feedback and guidance. - Communicate effectively with clients to resolve issues, discuss findings, and deliver audit results. - Maintain proper documentation in accordance with firm policies and auditing standards. - Handle both large and small engagements simultaneously while managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines. - Enhance client relationships by providing excellent customer service. - Stay current with technical accounting and auditing updates. - Collaborate in a team environment and also work independently. - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. - Actively working towards obtaining your CPA license; current CPA license a plus. - 3+ years of recent work experience as an auditor for a public accounting firm, with a focus on audit and assurance engagements in commercial industries. - Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP, including technical accounting concepts and financial statement presentation requirements. - Experience performing and supervising audit procedures, including planning, risk assessment, internal control evaluation, substantive testing, and completion. - Ability to prepare and review GAAP financial statements and related disclosures. - Experience mentoring, supervising, or reviewing work of staff-level team members. - Ability to complete various assignments within time constraints and deadlines. - Ability to prioritize and manage tasks independently in a remote setting. - Strong organizatio…