US Audit Associate - EBP

Job Title : US Audit Associate

Department : Audit (US)

Location : Ahmedabad

About Us :

Sentient an Ascend Company is a fast-growing accounting outsourcing firm serving a diverse portfolio of clients across the United States. With a highly skilled team based in both the U.S. and India, we specialize in delivering fully customized accounting solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of CPA firms.

Leveraging the power of AI, process automation, and a scalable suite of services, Sentient empowers CPA firms to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and focus on strategic growth. Our commitment to quality and innovation ensures that our clients receive accurate, timely, and value-driven support.

We are proud to be an Ascend Partner Firm, one of the top CPA firms in the U.S., enabling us to deliver exceptional service and results to clients nationwide.

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About the role :

As a full-time audit professional, you would be the main point of contact from Sentient for the tasks assigned by the client / engagement teams and be responsible for the timeliness and quality of deliverables along with managing day-to-day operations of those client / engagements. Responsibilities include :

This role primarily focuses on clients in the Employee Benefit Plans (EBP) . You will also involved in various engagement types , including Reviews, Audits, and Compilations , ensuring thorough and compliant execution of each engagement.

Responsibilities :

Perform engagement and deliver high-quality work as per the audit methodology and in line with the client / engagement team expectations.

Demonstrate a strong understanding of aligned client / engagement and audit methodology while performing various procedures, along with knowledge of audit tools to make execution more efficient and meaningful.

Develop and maintain productive relationships with the client / engagement team.

Proactively discuss workflow management with the client / engagement team and monitoring performance against standards. Monitor utilization for self budget to actuals, and other operational matters.

Demonstrate professionalism, competence and clarity of communication when dealing with the client / engagement team.

Identify opportunities to improve the scope of work.

Standardize execution processes along with leveraging best practices across one’s aligned client / engagements or beyond.

Motivate team members, identify and foster key talents.

Be responsible for various operational matters related to client / engagements aligned.

Lead by example.

Qualifications :

Graduation or Post Graduation

1+ years of relevant work experience in US Audits -EBP

Deep knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS)

Proficiency in using various audit tools and applications

Preferred Skills :

Excellent communication skills

Effective interpersonal, risk management, facilitation and presentation skills

Project management, coaching, counselling and

Robust logical and reasoning skills

Ability to spread positive work culture, teaming and live Firm values

Ability to quickly form strong working relationship with colleagues in India and global teams

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