Description Robert Half Management Resources is recruiting a Sr. External Auditor to support our client, CPA Firm, on a 2-month engagement, based in the South Bay. This consultant will be responsible for auditing three Escrow clients and preparing returns for S and C corporations. The Sr. External Auditor will report directly to the two managing partners and will play a critical role in ensuring smooth audits and supporting the firm to meet the April tax deadline for other clients. The ideal person for this role will have working experience performing audits and is comfortable running audits and preparing tax returns. Responsibilities: • Conducting thorough audits of three Escrow clients - (review workpapers, test controls, prepare financial statements, and audit reports) • Preparation of financial statements and audit reports • Review of audit workpapers and testing of controls • Preparation and verification of corporate tax returns for S Corp, C-Corps, and a few Partnerships (training provided) • Utilization of "Engagement" or similar audit program software • Ensuring smooth audits and meeting tax deadlines • Detailed knowledge of audit standards, procedures, and methodologies • Auditing of financial statements • Effective communication skills both written and verbal. Requirements • Candidate must have a minimum of 5 years of experience working in a similar role as a Sr. Auditor. • Proficiency in Audit Program is required. • Adept at using CCH ProSystem Fx or similar audit software. • Experience in handling Audit Engagements is essential. • Ability to create and manage Audit Plans is necessary. • Knowledge and experience in using Fx Engagement is a must. • Candidate should be familiar with the preparation and management of Audit Schedules. • Proficiency in preparing Audit Workpapers is required. • Experience with Audited Financial Statements is essential. • Ability to Prepare Tax Returns is a key requirement. (Client is open to training the ideal candidate.) Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .