External Financial Statement Auditor

RW Group, LLC; Kennett Square (Chester County); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

RW Group, LLC is seeking a Senior Level Accountant to work closely with partners, delivering high-quality financial reporting and audits. The role is primarily virtual with occasional in-person meetings and travel to clients, requiring strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

You will contribute to robust financial processes across nonprofit, governmental, corporate finance, and public accounting sectors, ensuring accuracy and continual process improvement.

Qualifications

• Proficient with GAAP and related accounting standards.
• Experience applying AICPA and PCAOB auditing standards.
• Solid understanding of internal controls and risk management.
• Ability to prepare accurate financial statements for diverse clients.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze detailed financial statements in accordance with GAAP and regulatory standards.
• Utilize audit/accounting software including CCH Engagement Axcess, Knowledge Coach and QuickBooks.
• Perform advanced Excel analyses for financial report interpretation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable FINRA, SEC and state/federal requirements.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

AICPA PCAOB standards

Internal controls

Financial statement analysis

Client collaboration

Tools

CCH Engagement Axcess

Knowledge Coach

QuickBooks

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Level Accountant to join our dynamic accounting firm. This role involves working directly with the partners to provide exceptional services to our clients. The ideal candidate will possess 2 to 5 years experience in financial reporting, financial auditing, and technical accounting practices, with a passion for accuracy and continuous improvement. As a senior team member, you will contribute to the development of robust financial processes that drive organizational success. The position is primarily virtual with occasional in person firm meetings and travel to clients.

Duties

• Prepare and analyze detailed financial statements in accordance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), AICPA, PCAOB, and other regulatory requirements, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Utilize audit and accounting software including CCH Engagement Axcess, Knowledge Coach, QuickBooks.
• Perform detailed Excel data analysis using functions like VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and advanced formulas for financial report interpretation.
• Test adherence to regulatory standards such as, FINRA and SEC compliance and other federal or state-specific requirements.

Skills

• Working knowledge of GAAP, and technical accounting concepts across various sectors including nonprofit, governmental, corporate finance, and public accounting.
• Professional competency in AICPA and PCAOB auditing standards.
• Basic understanding of internal control processes.
• Ability to assist clients in preparing financial statements.
• Excellent analytical skills with a focus on accuracy in account analysis.