What are the responsibilities and job description for the STAFF AUDIT ACCOUNTANT position at Berman Hopkins Wright & LaHam CPAs?
Staff Auditor
Job Summary:
The Staff Auditor plays a key role in performing and completing procedures on audit programs and preparing work papers to support tasks performed. The Staff Auditor communicates with clients under direct supervision. Must be able to travel locally and nationally for engagements.
Responsibilities:
- Performs and completes procedures on audit programs and prepares work papers to support tasks performed.
- Compares data contained in a variety of financial records in order to detect trends, errors, anomalies or problems.
- Makes recommendations for improving internal records.
- Completes required schedules, account analyses, worksheets and projects.
- Prepares and presents written and oral reports.
- Performs other accounting and auditing duties as needed in engagements and as assigned by supervisor.
- Maintains the confidentiality of the firm and its clients.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting
- Working on or have completed requirements for CPA license
- Preferably 1-3 years of experience in auditing
- Understands the basic principles, practices, methods and theories of auditing standards and accounting standards
- Basic knowledge of laws, ordinances, regulations and statutes which govern audit functions
- Proficient with current accounting software and Microsoft Office products, especially Excel
- Strong communication and teamwork skills