Accountant I for Audit & Assurance

About the role

This position is responsible for conducting financial audits of for-profit, not-for-profit and governmental agencies, including cities, villages, schools, universities, state agencies, construction companies and more. The primary function includes assisting senior auditors in accordance with GAAP, GAGAS and GAAS standards — including work papers, preparing financial statements, drafting footnotes; completing audit programs; and performing accounting and auditing duties as needed in engagements.

Responsibilities

• Perform audits in accordance with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) or other appropriate accounting guidance.
• Conduct financial, operational and compliance audits.
• Conduct compilation, review and agreed upon procedure engagements in accordance with the respective accounting guidance.
• Responsible for examining and reporting on internal controls.
• Perform analysis and diagnosis of client financial control issues and gaps.
• Assist with accounting and financial reporting operations.
• Research and analysis of accounting issues that may arise while performing engagements.
• Prepare work papers to adequately document audit work performed and to support conclusions reached.
• Prepare reports and audit findings.
• Advise clients on technical accounting and internal controls matters.
• Demonstrate a foundational understanding of the client environment and overall project scope.
• Independently perform tasks with some guidance to execute a portion of the project scope.
• Manage sensitive/confidential matters in a tactful and discreet manner.
• Complete audit programs as assigned.
• Understand and follow the Firm’s Quality Control Document.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Detail oriented & ability to multi‑task.
• Strong accounting, analytical and organizational skills.
• Extremely proficient with MS Office Suite or similar software with the ability to learn new or updated software.
• Understanding of current accounting (GAAP) and auditing (GAAS) principles.
• Ability to review technical guidance including statutes and regulations; demonstrate sound judgment and analyzing problems; work effectively in a team environment as well as independently.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, required.
• 1 year’s experience in public accounting audit experience, preferred.
• Experience preparing audit reports, preferred.
• Office work environment; sitting most of the time while working on a computer.
• Must be able to exert up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally.
• Travel is required.

Schedule

Typically Monday through Friday, 8 am–5 pm. Additional hours are required during peak season. Approximately 10‑15% travel is expected for this position.