Audit Staff Accountant
Position Summary
The Audit Staff is expected to correctly perform routine engagement procedures in a timely and professional manner. Individual must be able to meet assigned deadlines. Responsibilities include performing audit work. The individual in this position also prepares basic statistical and account analyses. He/she is or will quickly become familiar with audit standard concepts, practices and procedures. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.
FLSA Status: Exempt
Requirements
Required Experience and Education
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or similar field with 0-3 years in relevant position or equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferable to have met the 150 hour requirement to sit for the CPA exam.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Prepares audit workpapers and conducts audit research as needed
- Prepares a variety of detailed accounting and statistical functions related to auditing
- Works closely with audit seniors to effectively manage responsibilities on audit engagements
- Develops an understanding of the audit client’s industry and marketplace
- Use technology to continually learn, share knowledge with audit team members, and enhance service delivery
- Prepares work papers that are organized, neat, and supported by conclusions
- Compiles raw data into trial balance, including recapping cash receipts and disbursements
- Uses reference materials in researching auditing issues
- Maintains accurate time and expense records to ensure proper billing of clients
- Complies with relevant continuing professional education requirements
- Enhances the firm image by demonstrating “executive presence”. This means instilling confidence in those you meet by manner, spoken and written word and professional appearance
- Performs other duties as assigned
Desired Skills, Abilities and Characteristics
- Professional and mature attitude
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of firm and client information
- Effectively communicate through oral and written means
- Client service oriented
- Commitment to the profession and the firm
- Aptitude to learn and effectively use multiple software applications
- Ability to apply principles of accounting to analyze and prepare financial information
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to demonstrate confidence and good judgment when interacting with colleagues, supervisors and clients
- Ability to work well with others
Working Conditions
Adams Brown, LLC promotes a flexible work environment with a deep commitment to technology and modern work arrangements. Our offices are open from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday through tax season and close at noon on Fridays outside of tax season. We are closed on major holidays, offer substantial paid-time-off, a comprehensive benefit package, competitive pay structure, and a culture of growth, clarity, and respect.
Additional hours are required. There may be occasional overnight travel out-of-town.
AdamsBrown, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.