Audit Staff ~ Federal Auditing

Mcconnell Jones Group; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Stipend for home office equipment

PTO and holidays

401k with match

Job summary

McConnell Jones Group in Washington, DC is seeking an entry-level auditor for a full-time position with a hybrid schedule (remote with 3+ days onsite in the DMV area). The role requires a 4-year degree and eligibility for a Secret Security Clearance.

Salary range is $65,000 to $68,000 per year. The candidate will participate in engagement planning, perform audit procedures, and research accounting issues, with opportunities to grow in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Eligible to obtain a Secret Security Clearance.
• Proficient with computers and accounting software.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Good time management and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the engagement planning process.
• Performs detailed audit procedures on financial statement balances and prepares work papers from the client’s trial balance.
• Identifies potential management letter comments.
• Researches accounting issues.
• Recognizes potential problem areas in engagements and discusses them with the supervisor.
• Performs other accounting, auditing and consulting duties as needed and as assigned by supervision.
• Follows industry-leading data and system security practices as part of the compliance program.

Skills

Security clearance eligibility

Computer skills

Oral and written communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: Washington DC Office - Washington, DC 20016, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Salary Range: $65,000.00 - $68,000.00 Salary/year

This role is based in our Washington DC office. Currently, the work schedule is hybrid - remote with 3+ days onsite in the DMV area.

Who we are

At McConnell Jones, we aim to be a catalyst for positive growth fostering an environment where unique perspectives come together to enhance client solutions. As the largest majority African American-owned and controlled public accounting firm in the U.S., we pride ourselves on the quality of our work, the tenure of our clients, and our own diversity—nearly two-thirds of our people are from an ethnically diverse background. The diversity of our people empowers the diversity of our client solutions, as captured by the firm’s tagline, Diverse Thinking | Unique Perspectives.

Our Mission

To foster an environment where unique perspectives come together to enhance client solutions.

Our Vision

To be a catalyst for positive growth through the power of diverse thinking.

Our Values

Creativity, Inclusion, Transparency, Accountability

What you will do

Ideal role for a first job in Audit and no previous audit experience required. Must be eligible to obtain security Csearance. Preference will be given for those already holding an active Secret Clearance.

• Participates in the engagement planning process.
• Performs detailed audit procedures on financial statement account balances, prepares and adjusts work papers from clients’ trial balance.
• Identifies potential management letter comments.
• Researches accounting issues.
• Recognizes potential problem areas in specific engagements and discusses them with engagement supervisor.
• Performs other accounting, auditing, and consulting duties as needed in engagements and as assigned by supervisory personnel.
• As part of our compliance program, all team members are required to follow industry leading data and system security practices.

What you will need

• Bachelor’s degree or experience commensurate with the requirements of the job.
• Must be eligible to obtain a Secret Security Clearance or already holding one.
• Proficiency in use of computers and computer accounting software programs.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good time management and organizational skills.

What we prefer

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Pursuing CPA track with eligible accounting credits.
• 3.0 or higher GPA in major preferred; advanced degree preferred.

What we offer

• Hybrid and remote (determined by position) work arrangements available.
• Stipend reimbursement for home office equipment, cell phone and home internet.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) is awarded each pay period.
• 11 paid company holidays with 3 floating.
• Medical plan with HSA employer contribution, Dental, Vision available 1st of the month after start date.
• Company paid Long Term Disability.
• Company paid Life Insurance.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• 401k with company match up to 4% and 100% vested from day one.
• CPA and professional license & certification bonus.
• CPA exam review benefit with Becker CPA.
• Certification Reimbursement for CPA, CIA, CFE, CISA.
• CPE paid for 40 hours per year.
• Becker CPE courses available.
• Paid Volunteer Time Off.
• Fitness center available to Houston office employees.
• Employee Referral bonus opportunities from $1,000 to $5,000 per hired referral.
• We are committed to helping you thrive. Our wellness programs offer comprehensive tools, resources, and support to ensure you can be your best self.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

McConnell & Jones is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that does not discriminate in employment and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or Vietnam era or other protected veteran. McConnell & Jones policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. To achieve our goal of equal opportunity, we maintain an affirmative action program through which we take good faith efforts to recruit, hire and advance in employment-qualified minorities, women, persons with disabilities, Vietnam era veterans, and other protected veterans.