Assurance Associate

Company Profile:

Established in 1967, Seidel Schroeder is a distinguished firm based in Texas with offices in Brenham, College Station, and Katy. With a legacy spanning over 50 years, we've solidified our reputation as trusted financial leaders. Our fundamental philosophy revolves around elevating and serving our clients across audit, advisory, business valuation, and taxation.

Seidel Schroeder sets itself apart by offering the resources, expertise, and breadth associated with large firms, combined with the personalized, attentive approach of a smaller organization. We transcend traditional accounting, focusing on nurturing enduring, value-added relationships.

Job Summary:

Work with both the audit/assurance team and the valuation/advisory services group based on need. The duality of this position gives the associate an opportunity to gain exposure working with multiple teams internally and obtain experience serving a variety of companies in size and industry.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Audit and Assurance

• Perform audit procedures over significant accounts in client financial statements and propose adjusting journal entries when needed
• Communicate with client personnel in order to identify and assess existing client accounting processes, internal controls, and compliance with regulatory requirements
• Review accounting transactions and consider appropriate application of generally accepted accounting principles
• Prepare financial statements and notes along with internal control observations and recommendations
• Research accounting and auditing issues as they arise
• Perform other duties as needed on engagements and as assigned by supervisory personnel

Valuation and Advisory

• Interview business owners and executive management
• Perform in-depth financial analysis and modeling
• Utilize valuation methods such as capitalized cash flow, discounted cash flow, and public and private transaction analysis
• Conduct industry and economic research
• Write deliverable reports documenting the analysis and valuation conclusion
• Perform other duties as needed on engagements and as assigned by supervisory personnel

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Word and Excel
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated and intellectually inquisitive
• Ability to manage time while working on multiple projects
• Detail-oriented and time sensitive
• Able to work overtime during certain seasonal periods
• Able to do same day travel for work at clients’ offices using a personal vehicle
• Flexibility to transition between assurance and advisory services as projects arise

Travel:

This role may entail local travel between Seidel Schroeder locations

What we Offer:

We take pride in providing an attractive package that includes competitive compensation, a comprehensive selection of employee benefits, and avenues for professional growth. Our offerings include:

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• 401(k) plan with company contribution.
• Insurance coverage (health, life, dental, vision).
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Long & short-term disability coverage.
• Supplemental insurance plans.
• Parental leave support.