Audit Staff Accountant

About the role

As an Audit Staff Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in providing high-quality audit and assurance services to our diverse clientele. You will assist in the planning, execution, and completion of audit engagements, contributing to the team's efforts to ensure financial statements are accurate and compliant with relevant regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the planning and preparation of audit engagements under the guidance of senior team members.
• Execute audit procedures, including testing of controls, substantive testing, and analytical procedures.
• Document work performed, findings, and conclusions in an organized and clear manner.
• Analyze financial statements, disclosures, and supporting documentation to identify potential issues or discrepancies.
• Assess the application of accounting principles and standards, and provide recommendations for improvements.
• Evaluate internal control systems and processes to identify weaknesses or deficiencies that could impact the accuracy of financial reporting.
• Assist in developing recommendations for enhancing internal controls and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with client personnel to obtain necessary information and documentation for audit purposes.
• Maintain professional communication and build positive relationships with client representatives.
• Work collaboratively with other team members to ensure timely completion of audit engagements.
• Seek guidance from supervisors and managers when encountering complex issues or challenges.
• Stay updated on relevant accounting and auditing standards, regulations, and industry developments.
• Conduct research to address accounting and auditing issues that may arise during engagements.
• Contribute to the preparation of audit reports, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and adherence to professional standards.
• Prepare supporting workpapers and documentation to substantiate audit findings and conclusions.
• Engage in continuous learning and development to enhance your technical skills and knowledge.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• 1+ year of relevant experience.
• Actively working towards achieving CPA licensure or relevant certification, if not already attained.
• Responsible for completing the minimum CPE credit requirement.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and performing work in front of a computer screen for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.

Work Environment

Work is conducted in a professional office environment with minimal distractions. Travel may be frequent and unpredictable, depending on client needs.

Pay

The starting salary for this position is $75,000.

Benefits

• Group health insurance, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plans.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) allowances.

About Us

UHY is one of the nation’s largest professional services firms providing audit, tax, consulting, and advisory services to clients primarily in the dynamic middle market. We bring our experience from working within numerous industries to provide clients with a 360-degree view of their businesses. As an independent member of UHY International, we are part of a top 20 international network of independent accounting and consulting firms.