Job Description

At Bennett Thrasher, we offer the expertise and opportunities of a large accounting firm, while providing a commitment to culture and a family-like work atmosphere. By joining our firm, you’ll have immediate opportunities to collaborate on meaningful work with clients in a variety of industries and work together with other associates across practices. You’ll not only be able to dive into challenging projects with a diverse set of clients, you’ll also have opportunities to participate in firm activities that reflect your individual passions; from our Business Resource Groups to the BT Foundation.

 We work hard to help our clients solve challenges, but we also believe in taking time for what matters and offer benefits for you that reflect this mindset. We offer a competitive benefits program that includes generous vacation time, exceptional opportunities for growth and flexibility in both our dress code and work model. Apply today to learn more about how you can excel in a career with Bennett Thrasher.

Bennett Thrasher is seeking Financial Reporting & Assurance Services (Audit) Associate candidates. As an Audit Associate you will be working as part of a team and utilizing resources to add value to clients, a staff helps to perform the detailed work of an audit by assisting with all stages of the engagement.

Responsibilities

• Develops effective working relationships with clients and firm associates
• Works effectively in teams to provide quality service to clients
• Gains a comprehensive understanding of client operations, processes and business objectives (including key risk areas), and utilizes that knowledge throughout engagements
• Communicates professionally (both verbally and electronically) with clients under the supervision of second year staff and seniors
• Demonstrates knowledge of accounting and auditing standards/theory
• Develops an understanding of BT’s Audit Approach and its applicability to assigned sections (including completion of audit programs as directed by supervisors)
• Clearly and adequately documents working papers
• Reviews data about material assets, net worth, liabilities, capital stock, surplus, income and expenditures in completing assigned sections
• Develops and performs effective analytical procedures on account balances and relates such outcomes to other assigned areas, where applicable
• Demonstrates effective use of current technology and software, including researching technical issues utilizing Accounting Research Manager
• Contributes and supports new ideas on internal processes and client engagements
• Works with members of the engagement team to identify and resolve any client issues discovered during engagements
• Maintains open communication with engagement management regarding the progress of completion on projects
• Executes feedback to minimize repeated errors and apply new concepts
• Plans and performs operational and financial audits to ensure that financial statements are fairly presented in accordance with GAAP utilizing firm audit approach
• Participates actively in training and developmental opportunities
• Takes ownership of assigned areas even after rolling onto other engagements.
• Manages time effectively by completing projects within communicated budget/deadlines

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree required, Master’s preferred (150 hour requirement threshold should be satisfied or a specific plan in place)
• Basic knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles is required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong commitment to professional and client service excellence
• Time management and organizational skills

Bennett Thrasher is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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