Experienced Audit Associate

CBIZ, Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated accounting professional to join their dynamic team. This role involves engaging in audit and review processes, applying professional judgment, and utilizing advanced technology to ensure financial statements' reliability. You will work closely with clients, contribute to planning meetings, and develop testing plans while maintaining a high standard of professionalism. The company offers a collaborative environment where your contributions will significantly impact client success. If you are passionate about accounting and eager to grow your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required, CPA or eligibility to sit for CPA Exam.
• 1+ years of relevant experience in accounting or auditing.

Responsibilities

• Participate in planning meetings and perform substantive testing of account balances.
• Document execution of audit procedures and communicate issues to the team.

Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Abilities

Teamwork

Professional Judgment

Education

BBA/BS/MS in Accounting

CPA Certification

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Firm Software

Job description

Marcum LLP is thrilled to announce that we are now part of CBIZ and CBIZ CPAs, a partnership that unites us with one of the nation’s top accounting and advisory providers. As part of this new chapter, we are pleased to confirm that you’ll still be working with the same dedicated team and receiving the same high-quality service you’ve come to rely on.

CBIZ, Inc. is a leading professional services advisor to middle market businesses and organizations nationwide. With unmatched industry knowledge and expertise in accounting, tax, advisory, benefits, insurance, and technology, CBIZ delivers forward-thinking insights and actionable solutions to help clients anticipate what's next and discover new ways to accelerate growth. CBIZ has more than 10,000 team members across more than 160 locations in 21 major markets coast to coast.

Together, CBIZ and CBIZ CPAs are ranked as one of the top providers of accounting services in the United States. CBIZ CPAs is an independent CPA firm that provides audit, review and attest services, while CBIZ provides business consulting, tax and financial services. In certain jurisdictions, CBIZ CPAs operates under its previous name, Mayer Hoffman McCann P.C.

Essential Functions and Primary Duties

• Be familiar with Firm’s procedures, forms, and online research tools.
• Participate and provide input in planning meetings to help determine audit risks and develop substantive testing plans; perform substantive testing of account balances which support client financial statements to determine reliability of those financial statements.
• Use acquired relevant understanding of AICPA standards along with the Firm’s quality control policies and procedures to apply professional judgment in the preparation and development of workpapers to support work completed during an audit or review.
• Assess prior year engagement (if applicable) and evaluate based on audit risk determinations made during the planning stages to execute the engagement plan in various areas including, but not limited to, cash, receivables, inventory, fixed assets, accounts payable, accrued expenses, revenue, and expense.
• Become proficient with firm software.
• Responsible for monitoring actual time versus budgeted time for areas of responsibility.
• Work with clients and other team members to ensure information is delivered/received in a timely manner to complete the engagement while applying specialized training for the accounting industry.
• Identify and communicate issues that arise to the engagement team in a timely manner; communicate status of work appropriately.
• Accurately document the execution of specific review and audit procedures performed.
• Conduct oneself professionally as a representative of the Firm.
• Bring potential opportunities to the team or Partner’s attention.
• Maintain and apply a healthy level of professional skepticism to help identify and deliver proper reporting and opinions on financial statements as applicable.
• Continue to work towards advancing technical knowledge and working knowledge of GAAP, GAAS and other relevant professional standards.
• Keep current on professional pronouncements (i.e. FASB/ASC pronouncements).
• Maintain annual CPE requirement.
• Properly track and charge time to appropriate codes (engagement, work-codes, etc.).
• Timely communicate to all members of engagement team and appropriate client personnel.
• Help identify and recruit quality candidates.
• Working beyond standards hours is expected throughout the year.
• Additional responsibilities, not listed above may be expected as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• BBA/BS/MS in Accounting from an accredited college or university (minimum of 150 college credits required).
• Must be a CPA or be eligible to sit for the CPA Exam.
• 1+ years of relevant experience.
• Basic technology skills, with proficiency in Excel, Word & PowerPoint required.
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills and be able to listen effectively.
• Work well under pressure and with a team; able to meet deadlines with accuracy.
• Excellent analytical, organizational and problem-solving abilities are a must.
• Ability to work independently and exercise professional judgment while applying specialized proficiencies of a trained accountant.
• Team player with desire to be an active participant within the organization.
• Flexibility and openness to work on a variety of assignments; able to multi-task.
• Ability to learn processes quickly and be able to apply to jobs.
• Have a strong desire to maintain a customer service approach focused on exceeding expectations in all areas.

Minimum Qualifications Required

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Must have completed at least one “Busy Season.”
• Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of organization, both internally and externally.
• Proficient use of applicable technology.
• Must be able to travel based on client and business needs.

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