Assurance Senior Associate

Colorado Railroad Museum; Norfolk (VA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive medical insurance

401(k) profit sharing

Job summary

Colorado Railroad Museum is seeking an Accountant in Norfolk, VA. This position emphasizes strong auditing and accounting skills, with responsibilities including client engagement and auditing procedures.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and have 2-4 years of assurance experience, alongside proficiency in Microsoft Office and auditing software. Benefits include generous paid time off and comprehensive medical insurance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
• 2-4 years of assurance experience is required.
• Valid CPA license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Initiate client engagement meetings and determine timelines.
• Perform audit procedures and analyze financial statements.
• Train staff and network to attract new business.

Skills

Auditing standards knowledge

Accounting principles

Microsoft Office proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

Audit software programs

Excel

Word

Job description

Location: Norfolk, VA

Work Arrangement: Hybrid or In-office

Typical Day in the Life

• Initiates client engagement meetings and determines timelines, objectives and expectations of an engagement.
• Performs audit, review, or compilation procedures for clients.
• Plans and performs all phases of an engagement including workpaper preparation, financial statement preparation, and report preparation.
• Analyzes and prepares trial balances, complex financial statements and audit reports using audit software programs, Word, and Excel.
• Reconciles accounting information to control accounts.
• Conducts fraud interviews on an as-needed basis with CEO, accountants and other employees.
• Reviews staff work, prepares high risk audit sections and drafts financials statements.
• Provides financial analysis upon completion of fieldwork to improve client internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Requests and collects appropriate information to diagnose and solve client problems.
• Coordinates various activities to meet client needs within a specified time frame.
• Trains staff on the various aspects of an audit and delegates work based on availability and experience.
• Understands and applies work procedures and effectively tailors plans as necessary.
• Performs field work at client locations as necessary.
• Networks, builds relationships, and attracts new clients or business to the Firm.
• Attends training seminars, professional development, and networking events.

Who You Are

• You have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting (required).
• You have 2-4 years of assurance experience (required).
• You have a valid Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or working towards obtaining CPA license (preferred).
• You have well-rounded knowledge of auditing standards and accounting principles.
• You can work on multiple projects and meet deadlines by setting priorities with work projects.
• You are proficient with computers, Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) and using various software packages.

Must be authorized to work in the United States now or in the future without visa sponsorship.

Benefits

Eide Bailly provides benefits such as: generous paid time off, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) profit sharing, life and disability insurance, lifestyle spending account, certification incentives, education assistance, and a referral program.

Eide Bailly LLP is proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws.