Senior Audit Associate

HTL CPAs & Business Advisors is a full-service public accounting firm headquartered in Houston, Texas, with offices in Guangzhou, Kuala Lumpur, Shanghai, and Taipei. The firm provides comprehensive audit, tax, consulting, and accounting services to public and private companies across diverse industries.

Our professionals collaborate closely with domestic and international clients to deliver tailored solutions that drive growth, ensure compliance, and support strategic decision-making. At HTL CPAs & Business Advisors, we are committed to excellence, collaboration, and developing talented professionals who seek to make a meaningful impact in a global business environment.

Role Description

The Senior Audit Associate executes and supports multiple audit engagements across a diverse client portfolio, including privately held companies and public entities. This role is responsible for performing detailed audit procedures, evaluating internal controls, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements while contributing to overall engagement quality and timely delivery.

Working closely with audit managers and client leadership, the Senior Audit Associate provides technical insights on accounting and reporting matters, identifies risks, and develops practical recommendations. The role also supports the development of junior team members through coaching, review of workpapers, and day-to-day guidance to help maintain high-performing audit teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
• Active U.S. CPA license preferred or progress.
• 4-7+ years of progressive public accounting audit experience.
• Strong technical understanding of U.S. GAAP and working knowledge of U.S. GAAS.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of internal control frameworks and risk assessment processes, including SOX compliance concepts.
• Experience supporting audits of privately held and/or public entities; exposure to PCAOB standards and SEC reporting requirements preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer

HTL CPAs & Business Advisors is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.