Senior Audit and Accounting Specialist

Join a Leading Tax and Accounting Firm

Are you an experienced Senior Accountant or Auditor looking to make a meaningful contribution? We invite you to explore an opportunity to become part of a dynamic team at a premier tax and accounting firm... Key Responsibilities •

Lead Audits and Reviews:

Oversee and execute audits, reviews, and compilations from initiation to completion. •

Risk Assessment:

Evaluate risks to ensure compliance and accuracy across financial activities. •

Balance Reconciliation:

Match balances with bank reconciliations, investment statements, and manage fixed asset updates. •

Accounts Analysis:

Test and reconcile accounts receivable and payable, ensuring alignment with source documents. •

Account Reconciliation:

Compare cash, investments, debt, revenues, and expenses against external confirmations. •

Agreement Review:

Analyze grant and loan agreements to capture relevant details and update debt schedules. •

Payroll Analysis:

Conduct payroll analytics, ensuring payroll reconciles with government reporting forms, and manage employee benefits and pensions. •

Financial Statement Preparation:

Develop and modify financial statements, ensuring accuracy and that directives in footnotes are updated. Additional Tasks • Complete checklists and work programs, linking audit workpapers to trial balances. • Conduct research on audit principles and provide guidance to junior staff. • Maintain open communication with management on progress and seek support as necessary. • Tax experience is preferred but not mandatory. Desired Qualifications •

Experience:

Minimum of 3 years in a public accounting firm. •

Credentials:

CPA license or equivalent required. •

Skills:

Strong expertise in audit, accounting, and analytical functions, with proven experience in audits, reviews, and compilations. •

Software Familiarity:

Knowledge of financial software (e.g., Thomson Reuters) and experience with audit software such as Workpaper CS (training available). •

Specialized Knowledge:

Familiarity with grants, contributions, and restricted funds, particularly in nonprofit and municipal sectors, including single audits. •

Independence and Collaboration:

Ability to work independently and engage effectively with clients. •

Communication Skills:

Excellent written and verbal skills for clear accounting communication. •

Technology Proficiency:

Comfort in a paperless, remote environment using file exchange tools like ShareFile or Dropbox. • Why Consider This Opportunity?** We provide a supportive work environment focused on professional growth and career development. If you meet the qualifications and are eager to contribute to our team's success, we encourage you to share your resume and discuss your salary expectations. We look forward to hearing from you! Employment Type: Full-Time Apply Job!