Job Description

Responsibilities

• Manages and is responsible for all phases of an audit or review engagement on multiple engagements at one time
• Maintains contact with clients throughout the year; possesses a thorough knowledge of the client and all facets of the client’s business and control systems; building and maintaining good client relationships
• Appraises the engagement Director or Partner of all important developments on the client account; identifies any potential issues on each engagement and recommends solutions
• Demonstrating proficiency in technical skills, work quality, and application of professional and Firm standards including those skills necessary for advising clients
• Responsible for ensuring engagements are properly scheduled
• Responsible for creating, tracking and adhering to budgets for assigned Assurance and Advisory engagements; responsible for investigating and explaining budget overruns to Director or Partner and actively looking for change order opportunities
• Reviewing financial statements and other client deliverables
• Directing, training, supervising and reviewing the work performed by senior accountants and staff accountants
• Plays a pivotal role in staff performance evaluations, reviews and periodic counseling
• Participates in the Firm’s Business Development efforts

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• At least five years of experience in public accounting- specifically in the not-for-profit sector
• Holds a current and valid CPA’s license.
• Ability to be a team leader and work as an effective member of a team.
• Proven project management and time management skills
• Ability to prioritize and complete assignments and efficiently and effectively meet deadlines.
• Possess thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in the United States, United States Generally Accepted Auditing Standards, and the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board standards.
• Proactively seeks knowledge, new tasks and responsibilities.
• Ability to direct, review and train staff, experienced staff and seniors.