Audit/Assurance Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 0 – 1 years of relevant experience (internships in audit/accounting a plus).
• CPA candidate or intent to pursue CPA licensure strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of GAAP; exposure to GAAS a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft suite.
• Familiarity with audit or accounting software a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and written/verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Willingness to travel to client sites with senior team members, as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Apply learned assurance procedures (under applicable standards) in performing audit, review, and compilation engagements under the supervision of senior management.
• Perform substantive testing, analytical procedures, and internal control evaluations.
• Prepare workpapers and supporting documentation in accordance with firm and professional standards.
• Assist with financial statement preparation and footnote disclosures under GAAP.
• Help prepare various audit statements, findings, and financial reports.
• Identify and communicate accounting/audit issues to engagement leadership.
• Perform reconciliations, vouching, and testing of transactions and account balances.
• Participate in client walkthroughs and fieldwork.
• Manage time effectively to meet engagement deadlines and budgets.
• Prepare financial statements and maintain client correspondence.
• Maintain knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures.
• Participate and provide input in planning and engagement team meetings.
• Adhere to firm’s quality control policies and procedures.
• Maintain familiarity with firm’s policies, procedures, forms, and online tools/software.
• Participate in training and educational opportunities.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by Cg Senior Management, when necessary.
• This position is hybrid; a combination of remote and in-office/client work. In-office and client work will be determined by Cg management and/or client needs.

Location: Hybrid

Salary Range: $68,000 - $72,000 annually

Benefits for Full Time, Exempt Employees

• Health Insurance
  • High Deductible Health Plan
  • Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
  • Coverage begins on the first month after one full month of employment

• Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance (at no cost to employee)

• Employee Assistance Program (at no cost to employee)

• Voluntary Benefit Plans
  • Dental
  • Life Insurance and AD&D
  • Short Term Disability
  • Vision
  • Critical Illness
  • Hospital Indemnity & Accident
  • Legal
  • Section 125 (Flex Spending Account)
  • Accident

• Unlimited Paid Time Off Policy

• Holiday Time
  • Plus one additional floating holiday per year
  • Tax Day – the firm is closed for a full day the first Friday following April 15th

• Summer Fridays
  • Office closed on Fridays beginning the first Friday in June and ending the Friday of Labor Day weekend

• 401(k)/Profit Sharing Plan
  • With auto enrollment upon eligibility and employer match

• Team Bonus Plan
  • Paid subjectively based on billable/total hours, realization, and goals met

• New Team Member Referral Bonus
  • Based on specified requirements included years of professional experience

• New Business Referral Bonus
  • For recurring and non-recurring business based on specified parameters

• Reimbursement for Relevant Licenses and Dues

• CPA Exam Bonus
  • Monetary bonus and reimbursement towards expenses upon passing all four parts of the exam
  • Bonuses also available for additional professional designations