Audit Staff Accountant - Manchester, United States - UHY

    UHY
    UHY Manchester, United States

    1 month ago

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    Position Summary

    THE FOCUS IS YOU:

    We are looking to add an Audit Staff Accountant that is eager to develop the fundamental knowledge and technical skills in accounting and Audit & Assurance, to be able to ascend into a position helping lead and guide our clients.

    As an Audit Staff Accountant, you will be responsible for performing the necessary procedures involved in planning and executing attestation engagements for clients in accordance with the applicable accounting standards. An Audit Staff Accountant will assist Audit Seniors and Managers with tasks and projects assigned, work on a diverse client base, and gain exposure to a variety of industries operating in the private and public sector.

    WHAT YOU WILL DO

    Regular duties include (but are not limited to):

  • Perform and assist with audits, reviews and compilations for clients in various industries
  • Prepare and analyze financial statements and evaluate internal controls
  • Assist with the coordination of the day-to-day duties of planning, fieldwork and wrap-up
  • Deep understanding of accounting and reporting standards
  • Develop reasonable time budgets and coordinate audit requests to meet time constraints and client deadlines
  • Interact with clients to help ensure the information flow from the client to the audit team is efficient
  • Communicate with Client, Management, and Managing Director on work status and client issues that arise

    • WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

    Experience

  • 1+ years in relevant position
  • Demonstrated knowledge of basic business, technology, or audit principles/standards

    • Education

  • Minimum Bachelor's degree or equivalent technology experience
  • Bachelor's in Accounting (for Audit or Tax)
  • Master's degree or 150 credits completed, in designated states

    • License / Certification

  • Actively working toward passing the CPA Exam, or relevant certification for respective discipline as soon as possible, if certification is not already attained
  • Must maintain required CPE credits annually

    • Legal / Compliance

  • Must complete acknowledgement of Independence Guidelines and Ethical Standards document
  • Governmental engagements require ability to obtain a security clearance from the United States government

    • WHAT WE OFFER

  • Great Culture | Team-like culture of a small office with the benefits of a large firm
  • Competitive Compensation | Based on the role, credentials, and experience
  • Comprehensive Benefits | We offer group health insurance, dental, vision, 401K, PTO

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