Staff Accountant - Audit

The ZLC Group CPAs LLC; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

The ZLC Group CPAs LLC in Town of Amherst, NY is seeking a senior auditor to complete audits and report findings in line with internal auditing standards.

You will interview client staff, prepare work papers, and communicate status to the Manager while supporting the internal audit group to complete assignments efficiently. The role offers opportunities for advancement and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field is required.
• Experience with audits and reporting per professional standards is essential.
• Strong communication and data analysis skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Complete audits as assigned.
• Gather and analyze data and report audit results per IIA Standards.
• Interview client staff to collect information for assignments.
• Communicate audit status and findings to the Manager.
• Create work papers showing procedures, methods, and conclusions.
• Support efficient operation of the internal audit group to complete assignments.
• Submit recommendations for audit steps adjustments.
• Maintain confidentiality of all work papers and information.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Auditing

Data analysis

Communication

Travel readiness

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Audit software

MS Office

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Responsibilities

• Responsible for completing audits as assigned.
• Gather and analyze data and report audit results in accordance with Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing issued by the Institute of Internal Auditors.
• Responsible for interviewing client staff as needed to gather relevant information to complete assignments.
• Communicate information, suggestions and/or problem issues regarding audit status and critical findings throughout the assignments to the Manager.
• Create all work papers to show what was completed, the procedures and methods used, and the conclusion or the results of the work performed in an organized manner.
• Support the efficient operation of the internal audit group as directed to expeditiously complete assignments.
• Submit recommendations for increasing or decreasing audit steps.
• Maintain the confidential nature of all work papers and information obtained during an audit.
• All other duties that may be assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• A minimum of three years of related experience
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, public meetings, and/or boards of directors
• High degree of problem-solving skills, coupled with ability to develop creative approaches, models and systems
• A passion to provide superior customer satisfaction
• Ability and willingness to travel
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Aptitude to learn Firm technology, current and future

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Work experience in banking or credit union industry
• In process of or planning to obtain CIA, CFE, CPA designations desirable
• Ability and interest in reading, analyzing and interpreting common technical journals, financial reports and legal documents
• Ability to respond to common inquiries from clients, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community

The salary range for the role is $65,000-$75,000

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary
• CPA Exam Materials & Licensing Support
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Company matched 401(k) Plan
• Vacation Pay, Sick Pay and Paid Holidays
• Flexible scheduling options, with half day Fridays during the summer
• Voluntary Benefits – Accident, Critical Illness, Disability, Cancer, and Life Insurance
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture with mentorship opportunities