Are you a seasoned Assurance professional with a passion for innovation and a track record of excellence in the world of audits and financial statements? If so, we invite you to join our dynamic team at Patrick & Raines. We have a friendly office, with opportunities for advancement, hybrid work after an initial waiting period, health insurance with employer contributions, and a 401k plan for long-term employees.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an accomplished professional for our Assurance department. The right candidate will not only excel in conducting Assurance engagements but also possess exceptional organizational skills to optimize workflows, standardize processes, and foster collaboration among our team. You will be the go-to expert for Assurance apps and tools, streamlining our offerings and providing valuable training. Your role extends beyond the office as you identify and onboard clients who can benefit from streamlined processes, making you a valuable resource both internally and for our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership: Manage and complete audits, reviews, compilations, and agreed-upon engagements, setting the highest standards for quality.
• Innovation: Develop and implement auditing procedures and programs to stay at the forefront of industry standards.
• Supervision: Oversee independent audits for various clients, including for-profit and non-profit organizations, 401(k) audits, and single audits in an electronic format.
• Compliance: Keep the team updated on industry standards and ensure compliance.
• Quality Control: Maintain the Quality Control Program and Peer Review Program.
• Collaboration: Provide workpapers and support to the tax department to facilitate the preparation of related tax returns.
• Training: Train and mentor employees within the auditing and accounting department.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with employees from other departments, such as tax, to optimize auditing procedures.
• Communication: Keep the Audit Partner informed of the status of all active engagements.

Qualifications:

• CPA License: A valid CPA license is required.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of recent financial statement audit experience at a public accounting firm.
• Client Focus: Experience working with privately held clients is preferred.
• Industry Knowledge: Strong industry experience in sectors like manufacturing, real estate, construction, franchisors, and not-for-profit.
• Standards: Proficiency in conducting "Single audits" and knowledge of GAAS is essential.
• Preferred Experience: Experience with 401(k) limited scope audits is a plus.
• Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects effectively and delegate responsibilities.
• Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in applications such as QuickBooks, PPC Practice Aids, Workpapers CS (or similar electronic audit software), Excel, and Word.

What We Offer:

• A collaborative and forward-thinking work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.