Accountant I for Audit & Assurance

Summary

This position conducts financial audits for for profit, not-for-profit, and governmental agencies, including cities, villages, schools, universities, state agencies, construction companies, and more.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform audits in accordance with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) or other appropriate accounting guidance.
• Carry out financial, operational, and compliance audits.
• Execute compilation, review, and agreed-upon procedures engagements in line with relevant accounting guidance.
• Assess and report on internal controls.
• Analyze and diagnose financial control issues and gaps.
• Support accounting and financial reporting operations.
• Research and analyze accounting issues encountered during engagements.
• Prepare work papers to document audit work and support conclusions.
• Write reports and present audit findings.
• Advise clients on technical accounting and internal controls matters.
• Show a basic understanding of the client's environment and project scope.
• Independently perform tasks with some guidance to execute a portion of the project scope.
• Handle sensitive/confidential matters tactfully and discreetly.
• Complete audit programs as assigned.
• Comply with the Firm’s Quality Control Document.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Strong accounting, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite or similar software, with the ability to learn new or updated software.
• A foundational understanding of current accounting (GAAP) and auditing (GAAS) principles.
• Ability to review technical guidance, including statutes and regulations, and demonstrate sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working in a team environment and independently.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, required.
• One year of public accounting audit experience, preferred.
• Experience preparing audit reports, preferred.

Physical/Mental/Visual Demands and Work Environment

• This job is conducted in an office setting, primarily involving sitting and using a computer.
• Must be able to exert up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally.
• Travel is required.

Work Schedule

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