Audit Senior
Heard, McElroy & Vestal, LLC CPA · Longview, TX · 36 mo ago
AccountingFull-time
Duties and Responsibilities
- Exhibits the technical knowledge and directs fieldwork on assigned engagements from planning to completion.
- Completes the disclosure checklist and draft financial statements independently.
- Demonstrates leadership skills, communicates effectively with staff and managers, identifies technical and staff issues, and monitors workload.
- Maintains consistent and accurate work, meets client deadlines, and prepares audit reports and other deliverables.
- Assists in training and developing staff.
- Applies technical knowledge to assess risk and evaluate clients’ internal control structures and accounting procedures.
- Stays updated on new accounting pronouncements and understands their impact on clients.
- Performs accounting research to resolve issues during audits or compliance engagements.
- Meets client deadlines for audit fieldwork and report issuance.
- Communicates with clients on questions, recommendations, and findings.
- Monitors workload to meet billable hour and realization expectations.
Competencies
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to interact and maintain professional relationships with staff and clients.
- Ability to handle multiple engagements simultaneously while maintaining consistency, accuracy, and providing superior service.
- Well-organized, detail-oriented, and thorough.
- Strong analytical ability, diligent task performance, and high level of professionalism and integrity.
- Positive attitude and enjoyment of helping others grow professionally.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team with professionals at all levels.
- Excellent client service skills, identifying opportunities to provide additional services to clients and/or non-clients.
- Participation in Firm, professional, and civic activities contributing to the community and overall marketing efforts.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with a strong academic record (minimum GPA of 3.0).
- CPA certification required.
- Four years of public accounting audit experience required.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, and working knowledge of office equipment, computer hardware, and peripheral devices.
- Proficient with computer audit applications and technology, as well as Firm software applications and procedures.
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Statements on Auditing Standards (SAS), and audit procedures.
- Ability to promote the firm’s culture, develop personal relationships with clients, and interact appropriately with other employees, clients, and management.
- Physical demands include sitting, walking, reaching, and lifting up to 25 pounds.