Assurance Associate

About the Role

Seidel Schroeder seeks a dedicated Assurance Associate to support senior leaders, ensuring exceptional service and proactive client care.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic balance sheet tie-outs and client write-ups
• Apply generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), auditing standards, and internal accounting controls
• Perform audit procedures on foundational, less complex engagements
• Determine sample selection
• Demonstrate a general understanding of audit skepticism
• Prepare neat, complete, and organized workpapers using the firm's technology
• Accurately draft final financial statements for review
• Identify and communicate potential matters of inclusion in highlights memoranda or management communication to seniors
• Possess a thorough understanding of the rules, regulations, and code of ethics outlined by the AICPA and the Texas Society of CPA's
• Able to work overtime during certain seasonal periods

Qualifications

• 0-3+ years of experience in auditing services
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office Suite
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Detail-oriented and able to work independently or as part of a team
• Knowledge of auditing practices and procedures is preferred
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States of America
• Experience working in a professional office is preferred but not required

Skills

• Able to display and maintain a professional and positive attitude while extending courtesy towards clients, teammates, and management
• Teamwork mentality when approaching tasks and projects with a focus on a common goal
• Possess good verbal and written communication skills when interacting with clients, staff, and management
• Ownership when working on assigned tasks or projects
• Good time management skills when approaching multiple auditing and general administrative tasks and duties
• Attention to detail with an analytical mindset
• Possess risk management awareness
• Possess a continuous learning mindset
• Personal initiative to increase knowledge and skills through personal development