Senior Associate – Nonprofit Audit & Tax

About Strauss & AssociatesStrauss & Associates is a CPA firm based in Owings Mills, Maryland, providing audit, tax, and advisory services since 1986. We serve a diverse client base that includes nonprofit organizations, community associations, privately held businesses, and individuals and trusts. Our nonprofit practice is a core practice area for the firm, and we bring deep expertise and a genuine commitment to the organizations doing meaningful work in our communities. Clients choose us because we combine the personalized attention of a boutique firm with the depth and reliability of a much larger practice. At Strauss & Associates, relationships matter: we work hard, support each other, and succeed together.About the RoleStrauss & Associates is growing its Nonprofit practice and is seeking a Senior Associate to serve as a cornerstone of that effort. This is primarily a nonprofit-focused position — the ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with nonprofit audit engagements and a solid understanding of nonprofit accounting and compliance requirements.Beyond the nonprofit practice, this role may also involve work across community associations, small business tax, and individual tax, providing variety and the opportunity to develop a well-rounded skill set. If you are passionate about serving the nonprofit community and want to grow within a firm that values that expertise, we want to hear from you.Key ResponsibilitiesNonprofit Practice — Primary FocusLead audit and review engagements for nonprofit organizations, including planning, fieldwork, and financial statement preparationPrepare and review Form 990 and other nonprofit-specific tax filings, ensuring accuracy and regulatory complianceServe as a trusted day-to-day contact for nonprofit clients, guiding them through audit processes and compliance requirementsResearch and communicate technical accounting issues related to nonprofit standards Assist in developing and maintaining client relationships within the nonprofit sectorAdditional Practice AreasSupport audit and tax engagements for community associationsPrepare and review federal and state income tax returns for small businesses and individualsQualificationsRequiredBachelor’s degree in accounting or related field2–5 years of public accounting experienceMeaningful experience with nonprofit audit engagements is a core requirement for this roleWorking knowledge of nonprofit accounting standards (ASC 958) and Form 990 preparationStrong GAAP foundation and audit methodology skillsExcellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex topics clearly to clientsAbility to manage multiple engagements and competing deadlines with a high degree of accuracyPreferredExperience with community association or small business tax engagementsCPA license or active CPA candidate (not required; licensure support provided)Familiarity with Engagement Manager and Lacerte software solutionsWhat We OfferCompetitive salary: $65,000-$95,000 commensurate with experienceComprehensive benefits package including health insurance and medical reimbursement plansPaid time off and firm holidaysCPA exam support and continuing professional education (CPE) assistanceDirect mentorship and a clear path for advancement within the firmA collaborative team environment where nonprofit expertise is genuinely valuedPrimarily in-office culture with remote flexibility when neededHow to ApplyPlease submit your resume and a brief cover letter. In your cover letter, we encourage you to highlight your nonprofit audit experience specifically. We review applications on a rolling basis and encourage qualified candidates to apply promptly.Strauss & Associates is an equal opportunity employer.