Audit Associate- Woodcliff Lake, NJ Job at PKF O'Connor Davies
Overview:
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The Audit Associate will perform a broad range of accounting tasks with direct supervision from an in-charge accountant/Manager. This individual will assist the Senior or in-charge in the development of audit strategy, planning, review and interpretation of audit findings for clients within various niche practice areas.
Essential Duties:
- Knowledge of auditing, accounting standards, and application of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP, GAAS, & SEC rules, where applicable).
- Apply technical skills and on the job practices and business processes for clients.
- Knowledge in the Firm’s computer applications in facilitating the auditing procedures (Engagement, Accounting Research Manager and PPC ETools etc.).
- Perform internal control testing, document deficiencies and develop comments for inclusion in management letters.
- Perform risk assessment process, apply knowledge in completing all related forms.
- Participate in preparation of financial report (statements, footnotes and any supplemental information).
- Demonstrate an ability to take direction to ensure that assignment quality standards are achieved.
- Express ideas clearly and concisely both orally and in written form and develop writing skills for document findings.
- Plan, organize and work efficiently to identify opportunities to improve engagement profitability
- Ensure job execution, documentation, consultation and completion in accordance with required policies and procedures.
- Monitor one’s own engagement task budgets, be aware of out of scope work and proactively communicate potential issues to appropriate team member.
- Actively participate in learning and development opportunities, formal learning (CPE) and training programs.
- BA/BS/MS Accounting degree from an accredited college/university required.
- Must have 150 credit requirement to become CPA certified.
- Demonstrate knowledge of basic auditing, accounting standards and proficiency in related computer applications, as acquired through coursework or other training.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
- Ability to meet challenging client requirements, provide services and possess strong communication, interpersonal, analytical and research capabilities.
- Ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions and recommendations in client related matters pertaining to the audit.
- Must be able to work additional hours as needed to meet client deliverables.
- Travel to various local client locations and other PKFOD office locations via personal vehicle may be required.
PKFODA is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all persons in connection with hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation or other conditions of the employment relationship regardless of race, color, age, sex, marital status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, philosophy/religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, political affiliation or belief, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
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