Japanese Bilingual Audit Staff Accountant - Remote/Hybrid

ZipRecruiter; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Audit Staff Accountant to develop skills in accounting principles and auditing procedures. The role involves reviewing client information, preparing financial statements, and managing multiple engagements. Candidates should have an undergraduate degree in Accounting and either a CPA license or eligibility to sit for the CPA exam. Benefits include teleworking options, insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Benefits

Teleworking options

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid sick and vacation leave

Paid volunteer time off and matching donations

Referral bonus program

Incentives for CPA/EA licensure and professional memberships reimbursement

Qualifications

• Candidates must have an undergraduate degree in Accounting or a related field.
• A CPA license or be eligible to sit for the CPA exam is required.
• Strong accounting and analytical skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze client information for attestation engagements.
• Utilize GAAS/SSARS standards to create working papers.
• Manage multiple engagements while ensuring effective time management.

Skills

Accounting

Analytical Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Multitasking

Education

Undergraduate degree in Accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Excel

Word

Job description

Job Description: Audit Staff Accountant

Full-Time (40hrs) / Exempt

Position Description:

The role of an Audit Staff Accountant is to acquire and develop competence, skills, and judgment in accounting principles and auditing procedures.

Responsibilities:

1. Review and analyze client information such as balance sheets and income statements to obtain reasonable assurance for attestation engagements.
2. Utilize applicable standards such as GAAS/SSARS to create working papers that include the nature, timing, and extent of performed procedures, results, evidence obtained, and conclusions.
3. Review, analyze, and understand audit plans based on risk assessment.
4. Understand, engage in, and execute the attestation engagement process.
5. Review and analyze client data to prepare or assist clients in preparing financial statements and other non-attestation processes. Offer professional insight and guidance regarding the presentation and disclosure of financial statements.
6. Identify issues related to auditing, accounting, and engagement processes; advise engagement leaders and develop solutions.
7. Communicate effectively and professionally, both orally and in writing, to build business relationships.
8. Respond to and consult on day-to-day client matters, questions, and requests.
9. Manage multiple engagements simultaneously, ensuring effective time management within engagement budgets.

Qualifications:

Candidates must have:

• An undergraduate degree in Accounting or a related field from an accredited college/university.
• A CPA license or be a qualified candidate to sit for the CPA exam.
• Strong accounting and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software, Excel, and Word.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask.

Benefits:

• Teleworking options
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid sick and vacation leave
• Paid volunteer time off and matching donations
• Referral bonus program
• Incentives for CPA/EA licensure and professional memberships reimbursement

Note: Benefits may vary depending on specific employment terms.