Audit Associate

Job Description

Audit Associate – Fall 2027 | Sensiba LLP

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Sensiba LLP, located in San Jose, CA, with flexible work arrangements including hybrid options. Sensiba LLP is a firm focused on delivering high-quality assurance services to a wide range of clients. This position is critical for supporting financial statement audits, reviews, and other attest engagements, directly contributing to client compliance and firm standards. It’s designed for individuals eager to begin their public accounting career, offering comprehensive training and mentorship within a collaborative environment.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid – San Jose, CA
• Pay: $70000–$75000 yearly
• Team: Audit Department
• Mission: This role supports all phases of financial statement audits and attest engagements by performing detailed testing and evaluating internal controls.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Planning: Assist in planning audit engagements by gathering background information and understanding the client’s business and industry.
• Testing: Perform substantive procedures and audit testing across major financial statement accounts such as cash, revenues, and fixed assets.
• Controls: Support the testing and evaluation of internal controls, including conducting walkthroughs and documenting control findings.
• Documentation: Prepare clear and organized workpapers that support audit conclusions in accordance with firm policies and professional standards.
• Client Relations: Maintain positive working relationships with clients built on reliability, responsiveness, and confidentiality.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Current or completed enrollment at an accredited university pursuing a bachelor’s degree with a major or emphasis in Accounting. Expected completion between December 2026 and June 2027.
• Experience: Entry-Level position designed for individuals beginning their public accounting career. Prior public accounting experience is helpful but not required.
• Skills: Strong attention to detail and analytical abilities, effective interpersonal skills for collaborative work, and professional proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Bonus: Master’s degree in Taxation or Accountancy preferred; minimum accounting GPA of 3.0 preferred; CA CPA eligible.