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Role overview
We're seeking an experienced Senior Assurance Associate to join our Palo Alto office. You'll apply your Big 4 audit expertise while pioneering AI integration in financial auditing, playing a critical role in shaping how artificial intelligence transforms audit quality and efficiency.
What you’ll do
Perform comprehensive financial audits and substantive testing procedures while leveraging AI-powered tools to enhance audit efficiency and accuracy
Review and validate AI-generated audit findings, ensuring compliance with GAAP, PCAOB, and relevant standards
Train and refine our custom AI models using real-world audit scenarios and edge cases
Collaborate with engineering to identify intelligent automation opportunities
Execute complex audit procedures requiring professional judgment and skepticism
Design testing strategies for revenue recognition, internal controls, and financial statement assertions
Guide AI development through expert feedback and quality assurance
Contribute to next-generation audit methodology development
Ensure quality control and risk management throughout the audit lifecycle
Minimum qualifications
5+ years hands-on experience as Senior Assurance Associate or Early Manager at EY, PwC, Deloitte, or KPMG
Extensive experience in financial audit and substantive testing across multiple industries
Strong knowledge of US GAAP, PCAOB standards, and SOX compliance
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
CPA certification strongly preferred
Preferred
CPA/CIA/CISA
Experience leading audit workstreams and coordinating testing procedures
Familiar with SOC 2/ISO 27001 frameworks; evidence handling and independence standards.
Interest in AI/ML applications in professional services
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