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Audit Staff
O'Connor Davies, LLP
Harrison, NY, United States
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Overview
The Audit Staff should be able to perform a broad range of accounting tasks with direct supervision from an in-charge accountant or manager. This individual will assist the in-charge and/or manager in the development of audit strategy, planning, review and interpretation of audit findings for clients within various industries.
Essential Duties
• Knowledge of auditing, accounting standards, and application of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP, GAAS, & SEC rules, where applicable).
• Apply technical skills and on the job practices and business processes for clients.
• Knowledge in the Firm’s computer applications in facilitating the auditing procedures (Engagement, Accounting Research Manager and PPC ETools etc.).
• Perform internal control testing, document deficiencies and develop comments for inclusion in management letters.
• Perform risk assessment process, apply knowledge in completing all related forms.
• Participate in preparation of financial report (statements, footnotes and any supplemental information).
• Demonstrate an ability to take direction to ensure that assignment quality standards are achieved.
• Express ideas clearly and concisely both orally and in written form and develop writing skills for document findings.
• Plan, organize and work efficiently to identify opportunities to improve engagement profitability
• Ensure job execution, documentation, consultation and completion in accordance with required policies and procedures.
• Monitor one’s own engagement task budgets, be aware of out of scope work and proactively communicate potential issues to appropriate team member.
• Actively participate in learning and development opportunities, formal learning (CPE) and training programs.
Qualifications
• BA/BS/MS Degree in Accounting required.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 from an accredited college or university.
• Must have 150 credit requirement to become CPA certified.
• Accounting internship experience required (CPA firm preferred).
• Demonstrate knowledge of basic auditing, accounting standards and proficiency in related computer applications, as acquired through coursework or other training.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
• Ability to meet challenging client requirements, provide services and possess strong communication, interpersonal, analytical and research capabilities.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions and recommendations in client related matters pertaining to the audit.
• Must be willing to travel, via personal car, locally to clients 80%+ of the time.
• Must be able to work additional hours as needed.
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