Audit Senior - GovernmentThe firm is headquartered in Central New Jersey. The firm services a diverse client base within the tri-state area providing highly personalized and comprehensive accounting, audit, tax and business consulting services.We are a mid-sized public accounting firm seeking a Senior Audit Accountant who wants the opportunity to expand skills, assume direct responsibility for client matters and be an integral team member at our growing CPA firm. In this position, you will take a lead role on all aspects of audit engagements, from planning to completion, to include supervision/mentoring of staff and building/maintaining relationships with clients. Candidates will have the opportunity for long-term growth and bonus compensation based on their contributions and combination of individual & team efforts. Audit Senior - Government Responsibilities
- Contribute to the client service team by producing quality work, quick turnaround, and attentive service.
- Perform services within budgeted time by utilizing technical, time management, and organizational skills.
- Draft various schedules, notes, opinions and comments for the audit report.
- Monitor staff performance on jobs.
- Perform/Oversee the reconciliation of client records to trial balance, which may include analytical procedures, and performs schedule computations of prepaid, accruals, property, equipment, and calculates depreciation expense.
- Make scheduling adjustments as needed.
- Use the firm's software programs to automate the process from trial balance and financial statements.
- Perform other accounting, auditing, tax, and consulting duties as needed in engagements.
Audit Senior - Government must possess the following:
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field.
- CPA eligible required. CPA preferred.
- Minimum two (2) years' experience of running audit engagements. Not-for-Profit and Governmental entities preferred.
- Knowledge of general accounting principles
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
- Experience with Prosystem fx Engagement preferred.
- Audit experience in industries including government, non-profit, construction, and/or benefit plans is preferred.
- Reliable transportation to and from client location is required.
We offer an excellent benefits package, including...
- Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
- Health Savings Account with Employer Contribution
- Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan
- Commission Policy
- Firm Provided Life Insurance
- Continuing Professional Education
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Professional Dues Reimbursement
- Mentoring Program
- Vacation Time
- Paid Holidays
- Summer Fridays
We are an equal opportunity employer. All terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruitment, placement, title, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers, training, education, research, administration and programming, will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, handicap, or status as a disabled veteran.