Accounting & Assurance Associate
Overview
The Senior Associate will perform a broad range of accounting and assurance tasks. This individual will assist the engagement manager in the development of compilation, reviews, and audits, including the engagement strategy, planning, review, and interpretation of findings, in both a remote setting and at the client’s premises. These duties will include, but are not limited to:
Essential Duties
- Continue knowledge of auditing, accounting standards, and application of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP, GAAS & SEC rules, where applicable)
- Apply technical skills, take the initiative to identify best practices and improvements, and consider the applicability of best practices for other clients
- Research complex accounting topics and form a conclusion utilizing the Firm’s research tools
- Understand risk assessment process and apply knowledge in completing all related forms
- Prepare a financial report (statements, footnotes, and any supplemental information) and all other client deliverables
- Apply industry trends to analytics, formulate expectations and determine reasonableness.
Seek to understand the client’s business as a whole, including competitors, trends, and key customers, and show sensitivity to the client culture and business strategy. - Express ideas clearly and concisely both orally and in written form and develop detailed document findings
- Actively participate in learning and development opportunities, formal learning (CPE), and training programs
Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting is required
- 2+ years of progressive experience in public accounting
- CPA designation preferred
- Applied working knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP, GAAS, and SEC rules where applicable) and accounting standards and procedures
- Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word
- Possess strong communication (both oral and written), and interpersonal and analytical skills
- Ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions and recommendations in client related matters pertaining to the audit
- Self-driven and motivated with the ability to take initiative
