Pre Audit Consultant

Andrews & Cole, LLC; Baltimore (MD); Remote; USD 148,000 - 221,000; Full time

Job summary

Andrews & Cole, LLC seeks a seasoned CPA for a focused 3-4 week pre-audit engagement working remotely with the CFO. The consultant will assess audit readiness, review financials, and prepare supporting documentation to ensure a smooth external audit process.

The ideal candidate has an active CPA license, a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, and 8+ years of audit experience, with strong GAAP knowledge and advanced Excel skills. Immediate start and independent contractor status offered.

Qualifications

• Active CPA license required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; advanced degree preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting and audit experience.
• Prior experience leading or supporting financial statement audits.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a comprehensive review of financial statements, general ledger activity, reconciliations, and supporting schedules in preparation for the annual audit.
• Assess audit readiness and identify gaps, inconsistencies, or areas requiring remediation.
• Review key balance sheet accounts and ensure reconciliations are complete, accurate, and properly documented.
• Evaluate accounting processes, internal controls, and financial reporting documentation for audit support.
• Coordinate with accounting and finance personnel to gather and organize required audit materials.
• Assist in preparing audit workpapers, schedules, lead sheets, and supporting documentation.
• Recommend corrective actions and prioritize outstanding items to be resolved before audit fieldwork begins.
• Support the CFO in responding to auditor requests and preparing audit deliverables.
• Provide practical recommendations to strengthen financial controls and improve audit efficiency.

Skills

CPA license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position Title

Pre-Audit Consultant (CPA) - Contract

Engagement Overview

Our Client is seeking an experiencedCertified Public Accountant (CPA)to support the organization through a focused3-4 week pre-audit engagement. This consultant will partner closely with the CFO to assess audit readiness, review financial records and supporting documentation, identify potential issues, and ensure the organization is fully prepared for its upcoming audit.

This is a100% remote consulting assignmentreporting directly to theChief Financial Officer (CFO).

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct a comprehensive review of financial statements, general ledger activity, reconciliations, and supporting schedules in preparation for the annual audit.
• Assess audit readiness and identify gaps, inconsistencies, or areas requiring remediation.
• Review key balance sheet accounts and ensure reconciliations are complete, accurate, and properly documented.
• Evaluate accounting processes, internal controls, and financial reporting documentation for audit support.
• Coordinate with accounting and finance personnel to gather and organize required audit materials.
• Assist in preparing audit workpapers, schedules, lead sheets, and supporting documentation.
• Recommend corrective actions and prioritize outstanding items to be resolved before audit fieldwork begins.
• Support the CFO in responding to auditor requests and preparing audit deliverables.
• Provide practical recommendations to strengthen financial controls and improve audit efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• ActiveCPA licenserequired.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; advanced degree preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting and audit experience.
• Prior experience leading or supporting financial statement audits.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Demonstrated experience performing audit readiness assessments and preparing organizations for external audits.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial reporting systems.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and deliver results within a compressed timeline.

Preferred Qualifications

• Public accounting experience with a national, regional, or local CPA firm.
• Experience supporting audits for service-based organizations.
• Prior consulting or interim project experience.
• Experience partnering directly with executive leadership and external auditors.

Engagement Details

• Duration:3-4 weeks
• Location:100% Remote
• Reporting Relationship:CFO
• Employment Type:Independent Contractor / Consultant
• Start Date:Immediate

Ideal Consultant Profile

The ideal consultant is a hands-on CPA who can quickly assess audit preparedness, organize financial documentation, identify potential audit concerns before external fieldwork begins, and partner effectively with the CFO to ensure a smooth and efficient audit process.