Assurance Staff

About the role

In our Assurance Staff role, you will demonstrate professional interest in providing clients with quality services and personal attention by performing “above and beyond the call of duty” if necessary. This includes planning and preparing supporting workpapers, as well as identifying value-add suggestions for client utilization. This is an opportunity to support both assurance and tax engagements based on business needs and individual interest.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to professional ethics of the firm and AICPA.
• Adhere to firm policy regarding client confidentiality.
• Demonstrate professional interest in providing clients with quality services and personal attention by performing “above and beyond the call of duty” if necessary.
• Audit preparation:
  • Trial balance and lead sheet setup
  • Creating, updating, and analyzing schedules and spreadsheets
  • Verification of accuracy of client accounting records
  • Updating financials and gaining an understanding of our client’s businesses
• Perform and document accounting services to include:
  • Recording journal entries and general ledgers
  • Reconciling bank accounts and other G/L accounts as necessary
  • Preparing payroll and sales tax returns
  • Preparing property tax returns
  • Preparing simple financial statements
• Be aware of current developments and new pronouncements.
• Identify problem areas and client issues and propose solutions to managers and partners.
• Identify value-added suggestions from audit and reviews for client utilization.
• Meet chargeable hour goal.
• Participate in internal training, as appropriate.
• Pass CPA Exam if not already completed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or other relevant degree program
• Completion of the 150-credit hours necessary for licensure, highly desirable
• Knowledge of basic accounting procedures and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to multi-task with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to meet assigned deadlines in a fast-paced, team environment

Benefits

We offer competitive pay, excellent training opportunities, and great benefits. You can help influence our culture and have the support and dedication from our leaders to help you achieve your career goals. Smith + Howard provides a great opportunity for professional growth and advancement within one of the nation’s top accounting firms.