Spark Talent Inc is Hiring an Assurance Senior Accountant Near Flint, MI
Job Description
Job Description
Assurance Senior Accountant (Flint, MI 48532)
Position Summary:
Senior Accountants in their Assurance service line are responsible for organizing and managing client assignments and projects, including the completion of assignments and tasks and project components as well as coaching, advising and directing team members in meeting client and personal development expectations. This is a full-time, direct hire opportunity!
Qualifications
Bachelors or master’s degree in Accounting or related curriculum
Active CPA accreditation
Experience as a Staff Accountant in Public Accounting or equivalent experience
Technical Abilities
Proficient at completing and reviewing audit programs
Is proficient at conducting single audits
Employee has a sense of urgency or promptness to achieve goals
Ability to complete assigned tasks accurately within budget and meet all deadlines
Demonstrates desire and ability to have a high degree of self-responsibility on all assigned work
Provide supervision to staff and interns on audits
Run mid-large size audit from start to finish with little assistance
Review staffs work papers before partner review
Become the main client contact on the majority of your jobs
Attend and present at board presentations
Become actively involved with or highly proficient in a technical niche
Personal Development
Develops an understanding of Firm's mission and vision
Focuses personal development on evaluation competencies with Career Advocate
Asks for coaching and feedback from a variety of people
Integrates others feedback into own behavior
Independently researches and develops answers before asking others for advice
Seeks out learnings from past engagements and, with guidance, applies them to current and future engagements
Effective and efficient use of time and dedication during busy season
Adheres to all company policies and procedures
Complete Dale Carnegie course or similar training
Identifies professional goals in conjunction with strategic plan of firm
Works with Career Advocate to create and pursue a plan to achieve own development
Offers accurate and effective coaching and mentoring to others
Seeks out, accepts and utilizes constructive feedback
Actively develops expertise in particular industry group or specialty
Teamwork
Develops an understanding of the team's objective and how his/her role contributes to success
Interacts with others in a collegial, positive and respectful way
Makes a concerted effort to get to know other team members
Proactively seeks coaching to manage conflict and makes necessary adjustments based on feedback received and in accordance with policy and procedures
Work with Principals and staff across multiple offices
Understands the team's objective and how he/she contributes to success
Works independently and as an effective team member to complete project components and assigned tasks
Demonstrates respect toward all people and works to understand differences when interacting with others
Encourages junior colleagues to ask questions whenever necessary
Helps his/her team members complete tasks
Manages own conflicts promptly and positively and makes necessary adjustments based on feedback received and in accordance with policy and procedures
Community
Participates in firm sponsored events
Commits own talents and energy to one or more community organizations.
Business Development
Uses LinkedIn profile and/or preferred social media to actively engage network through company and industry updates.
Attend business development training offered through the company.
Actively participates in business development meetings.
Be able to intelligently speak about the firm’s mission and services.
Participation in community networking opportunities through chamber or similar group
Identify key referral sources and work to build a professional network.
Annually develop at least $2,000 in new business or additional services.
Strives to generate additional business for the company and its affiliates through cross selling
Benefits & Perks!
They offer a great career with industry-leading benefits, and that’s why they’re repeatedly ranked among Michigan’s Best Places to Work.
Some of their benefits include remote, hybrid and flexible work options; competitive salaries; generous PDO/paid holidays, excellent medical, dental and vision plans; bonuses; referral programs; life insurance; 401(k) plan; an award-winning CPA certification program; community service opportunities; dress for your day attire; continuous feedback and so much more.
The company focuses on developing their careers and prioritize fostering each person’s unique talents and strengths. They succeed as a team when their individuals succeed. They celebrate their successes and take time to cultivate their friendships. From team retreats and office (and zoom) parties to their sports teams – they love what they do and having fun too!
About Spark Talent Acquisition:
Spark Talent Acquisition is a Michigan-headquartered recruiting and staffing company that connects great talent with great employers. We understand that finding a new position can be stressful and identifying top talent can be challenging. For us to maximize successful placement and retention, we start by listening to and understanding each of our clients. We believe in face-to-face interaction and having a solid understanding of our client’s business before placement. We pride ourselves in team development as it matches our purpose as an organization to continually create career opportunities.