Quality Control Director- Public Accounting

77 Consultants; New York (NY); Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A national recruitment firm is looking for candidates for a remote position that includes supervising client attest engagements and compliance inspections. A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and a CPA license are mandatory, along with 8-10 years of experience in public accounting. Strong communication skills and time management are crucial. The role offers travel up to 15% within the United States.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field required.
• Master’s Degree highly preferred.
• CPA License is mandatory.
• 8-10 years of experience in public accounting required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee client attest engagements, including planning and execution.
• Conduct annual Internal Inspections for compliance.
• Maintain knowledge of GAAP and financial statements.
• Support training initiatives throughout the year.
• Supervise and mentor associates and interns.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Time management

GAAP knowledge

GAAS knowledge

SSARS knowledge

PCAOB standards familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Master’s Degree in Accounting

Job description

Position Overview

This is a remote position with travel requirements of up to 15%, contingent upon client and business needs. Candidates should be located within the United States.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and oversee client attest engagements, including the planning, execution, and final review of financial statements.
• Conduct annual Internal Inspections to ensure compliance and quality.
• Maintain current knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the presentation of financial statements.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), along with prevalent audit methodologies and procedures.
• Participate in and support various training initiatives throughout the year.
• Supervise, train, and mentor associates and interns in the attest process to ensure effectiveness and skill development.
• Research and analyze financial statements, addressing relevant attest issues as they arise.
• Cultivate a network of potential referral sources and identify opportunities for service expansion.
• Execute other job-related duties as required to maintain operational efficiency.

Qualifications

Education

A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or a closely related field is required; a Master’s Degree is highly preferred.

Certification

A CPA License is mandatory.

Experience

A minimum of 8-10 years of experience in public accounting, with a significant focus on financial statement audits and Statements on Standards for Accounting and Review Services (SSARS) engagements.

Technical Knowledge

A solid understanding of GAAP, GAAS, SSARS, Statements on Standards for Attestation Engagements (SSAE), and Statutory Accounting Principles (SAP).

Communication Skills

Exceptional oral and written communication capabilities are essential.

Time Management

Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage time-sensitive engagements.

Regulatory Knowledge

Familiarity with Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) auditing standards is considered an asset.