Staff Accountant – Investor Protections Examinations

Colorado Psychiatric; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Securities and Exchange Commission's Division of Examinations seeks an early career Staff Accountant, SK-0510-09/11, to join the Office of Broker-Dealers and related units. You will work as part of a team examining registered entities, evaluating risks to investors, and developing formal recommendations and reports for review by legal staff.

Typical duties include analyzing records, interviewing principals, and applying GAAP/IFRS standards while supporting on-site examinations across various

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field with 24 semester hours in accounting (up to 6 hours business law).
• Combination of education and experience totaling at least 4 years in accounting with 24 accounting hours or professional credentials (CPA or CIA) or substantial accounting coursework.
• Specialized experience at SK-09 or SK-11 level in audits/examinations of federally regulated financial institutions and related control functions.

Responsibilities

• Examine registered entities and financial institutions for compliance with securities laws and self-regulatory requirements.
• Assess risks to investors and markets using quantitative analysis and various data sources.
• Execute examination plans, review operations, books and records, and interview registrants.
• Develop and present findings, and collaborate with legal staff to finalize reports.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

IFRS knowledge

Audit experience

Analytical skills

Education

Accounting degree

Related field degree (business/finance/public administration) with 24 accounting hours

Tools

Audit software

Job description

The Securities and Exchange Commission's Division of Examinations seeks an early career Staff Accountant, SK-0510-09/11, to join the Office of Broker-Dealers and related units. You will work as part of a team examining registered entities, evaluating risks to investors, and developing formal recommendations and reports for review by legal staff.

Typical duties include analyzing records, interviewing principals, and applying GAAP/IFRS standards while supporting on-site examinations across various