Audit Senior at Ascend Together in Irvine, CA

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Who We Are

About Ascend

Backed by private equity from people-focused Alpine Investors, Ascend is building a dynamic platform for regional accounting firms that enables them to stay independent while accessing the resources of a Top 25 firm to help them grow. Ascend provides access to growth capital, robust talent acquisition and training, leading quality management resources, best-of-breed technology, AI tools, an offshore captive, shared back-office services, a catalytic leadership system, and modernized equity incentives so that firms can surmount today’s industry challenges to reach their full potential. For more information, visit www.ascendtogether.com.

About Lucas Horsfall

Have you dreamt about a career in public accounting with work-life balance? Enjoying the diversity of clients and the challenging work public accounting offers with the added benefits of professional growth and opportunity for advancement? Have you experienced a culture that is fun and diverse offering an authentic family feel with people that truly care about you and your professional development? Lucas Horsfall is that CPA firm. Celebrating our 68th year anniversary in 2025, we attribute our exceptional growth and low turnover to our appreciation of our people and clients. This growth has provided a need for an audit senior to help deliver personal and experienced service to our vast array of clients.

The Role

At Lucas Horsfall, an audit senior is responsible for detailed assurance and audit procedures for clients in a variety of industries. The position involves researching and analyzing financial statements and audit related issues and preparing thorough and accurate audit documentation in accordance with US GAAP, IFRS, PCAOB and firm standards. This position will train and develop staff. This role will be achieved in a hybrid environment out of our Pasadena, CA or Irvine, CA office location.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Performs field work on financial statement audit and accounting engagements.
• Monitors progress of engagements in relation to budgets and due dates.
• Directs the work of staff assigned to client engagements.
• Assists with engagement planning.
• Trains, supervises, and develops staff on engagements.
• Reviews work before submission to Managers for further review.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops or classes, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed, including special projects.
• Prioritizes and manages multiple projects and deadlines.
• Communicates effectively and serves as liaison among with Managers, clients, and staff.

 

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of financial statement audit experience at a public accounting firm.
• BA/BS degree in accounting or business from an accredited university.
• Experience working with privately held clients.
• Must be able to travel to client locations.
• Strategic thinker with strong organizational skills.

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in accounting.
• Licensed and currently active CPA or working towards CPA designation.
• Industry experience in manufacturing, real estate, construction, not-for-profit preferred.
• Experience using Caseware.
• Applied working knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), U.S. Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

What We Offer

As a firm, we offer great benefits, a competitive salary and tuition reimbursement for advanced education. Headquartered in Pasadena, CA with offices in Encino and Irvine, Lucas Horsfall is a growing CPA and consulting firm focused on tax, audit, and consulting needs. Explore the opportunities that await you today! Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports well-being, health, and ongoing professional growth:

• Flexible PTO
• Excellent Voluntary Insurance Options
• 401(k) Matching
• Discretionary Bonus
• Commitment to Professional Development
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in our clients' lives

 

How to Apply

Submit your information in the application section directly below! This will include:

• Basic contact information
• Resume/CV and optional cover letter upload
• Work eligibility, credentials, and compensation
• Voluntary demographic & self-ID questions

For further questions or inquiries about the role, please reach out to Aidan Jebson, Sr. Recruiter at ajebson@ascendtogether.com.

 

The pay range for this role is $80,000 - $110,000 per year. This range includes the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on various factors, including experience, education, and/or skill level.

 

At Ascend, we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Ascend hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.