Senior Staff Accountant - Core Audit- Assurance- ICFR and PCAOB Experience Required
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The Opportunity
Our firm is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Staff Accountant with experience in auditing under PCAOB and ICFR guidelines. This role involves working as part of an audit team where you will apply your knowledge of accounting principles and audit standards to help conduct comprehensive financial audits for clients across various industries.
Your key responsibilities:
* Participate in all phases of audit engagements from planning to execution and completion, ensuring adherence to PCAOB standards and SOX compliance.
* Evaluate clients' financial statements, internal controls, and business operations to identify audit risks and areas for improvement.
* Document audit procedures and findings in workpapers, following the firm's methodology and professional standards.
* Collaborate with audit team members to discuss and resolve audit issues.
* Assist in the testing of internal controls over financial reporting under the requirements of Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX 404).
* Stay current with audit regulations and standards, including updates from the PCAOB and changes in SOX compliance.
* Communicate effectively with clients to gather information, resolve audit-related issues, and build working relationships.
* Contribute to the drafting of audit reports and management letters.
* Provide guidance and support to junior staff, contributing to their professional development.
* Manage time effectively to meet project deadlines and budget constraints.
* Work with audit management to identify and address client needs and opportunities for additional services.
To qualify for the role you must have:
* Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field; a Master's degree is a plus.
* CPA or equivalent designation or substantial progress towards obtaining one.
* Minimum of 3-4 years of experience in public accounting, with direct experience in PCAOB audits and knowledge of SOX compliance.
* Strong understanding of GAAP, audit standards, and financial reporting requirements.
* Proficiency in using audit software and Microsoft Office Suite.
* Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple assignments simultaneously.
* Willingness to work additional hours as needed and travel to client sites.
Ideally, you’ll also have:
* Prior experience at a Big 4 or large regional accounting firm.
* Additional certifications such as the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) will be a plus.
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