QUALIFICATIONS:- 8+ years previous public accounting experience.
- Candidates should have a competent working knowledge of accounting and auditing practices and be able to research and resolve complex accounting issues.
- Previous experience in planning and supervising audit and large review engagements is required.
- Candidates should possess solid research and writing skills, excellent verbal communication and presentation skills and the ability to interact with all levels of staff and clients.
- Experience with employee benefit plans and/or Single Audits is a plus.
- A competent working knowledge of accounting and auditing software is required.
- Strong interpersonal skills, excellent computer skills, communication skills, time management skills and the ability to work effectively with all levels of staff and clients.
- CPA designation required.
RESPONSIBILITIES: - Take charge of all assigned engagements including, team staffing, job planning and scheduling with the Principal.
- Study and evaluate the internal controls used by the client and prepare or review the work program and time budget (for subsequent approval by a Principal).
- Support the training of team members; offer guidance and direction, give constructive criticism of working papers.
- Review with the Principal any significant engagement findings that raise questions involving accounting principles or statement presentation.
- Prepare or review financial statements, notes, schedules, management letters, and tax returns for later discussion between the Manager or director and the client.
- Prepare an engagement evaluation report for each team member supervised and discuss with that person (individually) before forwarding to Principal.
- Serve in educational programs, as an instructor or discussion leader.
- Monitor the budget throughout the engagement, alerting the Principal if time exceeds the budget.
- Identify additional areas of work, i.e. work beyond the scope of the engagement letter, estimate the amount of time and receive client approval before commencing work.
- Assist new businesses with entity selection and software implementation.
- Display a high degree of technical and professional competence including remaining up-to-date on all professional pronouncements.
- Contribute to team members' semi-annual and annual performance evaluations.
- Represent the firm at special social events and private functions.
BENEFITS WE OFFER: - Competitive Compensation with salary ranging between $150,000 - $170,000/year + discretionary bonus.
- Lucrative New Business & Employee Referral Bonuses.
- Open Paid-time-off Policy.
- We provide a flexible work environment to offer work/life balance.
- 401(k) plan with company match and profit sharing.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Company Paid Life Insurance.
- Affordable Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance.
- Affordable Accidental and Critical Illness Insurance.
- 9 Paid holidays.
- Annual Performance Reviews.
Please see the below link for Benefit details:
HBK Benefits
