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SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

OBJECTIVE

The Senior Accountant for the Audit, Accounting and Advisory Services Department acts as the fieldwork in-charge on accounting/auditing engagements; responsibilities include the day-to-day conduct of the work.  Depending on the size of the engagement, the Senior Accountant may assume a greater leadership role by assisting the management team throughout the engagement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

CLIENT SERVICE

Develops and maintains on-going relationships and contact with clients; possesses a knowledge of the client and the client's business.

Is responsible for decision-making for the day-to-day conduct of engagements:

      -Coordinates and leads all phases of the engagement process through to completion; works under supervision of Manager or Officer, including scheduling of planning meetings and fieldwork, discussions with appropriate client and Firm leadership to understand client's current business activity, design of test work procedures, audit program preparation, review of business agreements, etc.

      -Supervises and reviews work of Staff Accountants.

      -Communicates unusual or significant accounting/auditing questions or engagement matters to the attention of the Manager or Officer. Also, informs Firm leadership and documents the status of the engagement - keeping appropriate Officer or Manager informed of all important developments.

      -Prepares client-centered correspondence for review by Manager; demonstrates effective project management skills, inspires teamwork and responsibility with engagement team members and uses current technology and tools to enhance the effectiveness of deliverables and service.

PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

Assigns work to staff based on their knowledge and capabilities; provides supervision, mentoring and on-the-job training to team members assigned to engagements. Assists with training of team members, offers guidance and direction, and provides constructive criticism of work papers.

BUSINESS PROMOTION AND GROWTH

Develops and expands external referral networks; supports firm leadership in business development   efforts. Ability to recognize business problems and expanded service opportunities with existing clients. Develops and enhance sales, writing, communication, inter-personal and other human relation skills.

DEPARTMENT ADMINISTRATION

Possesses an understanding of the economics of the A&A business and its relation to the firm; supports software applications, departmental goals, policies and guidelines. Participates in other administrative activities as requested by the Firm leadership.

EDUCATION & LICENSES   

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting preferred and/or, the completion of educational requirements to sit for CPA exam; possess or actively pursuing CPA license.

EXPERIENCE

Typically, minimum 2 years professional experience in public accounting (leadership-oriented and in pursuit of managerial career path) with strong functional knowledge in all areas, demonstrating a profession in the complexity of and scope of engagements. 

COMPETENCIES

Strong computer proficiency, accounting and audit software programs strong written and verbal communication skills. Successful problem-solving and analytical skills.

Ability to work/perform in highly interruptive conditions as well as ability to train and supervise staff in accounting, auditing and software skills in client's office and classroom settings

Ability to understand and document accounting systems; strong project management skills

Ability to perform under time pressures and meet deadlines; effectively identify engagement situations that may involve controversy and influence others to resolution 

CHARACTERISTICS

Professional behavior and demeanor; Proactive, ability and desire to be a coach and a leader; customer and community-oriented; ability to develop business relationship; Strong work ethic, honest, ethical, proactive resourceful and customer-oriented.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORK CONDITIONS

Ability to sit and use computer for extended periods of time; travel by air and car; carry/transport briefcases, computer bags, etc., weighing approximately 20 lbs., etc.

Ability to provide own transportation for regular travel (local and regional) to client assignments and for personal development programs and continuing education training.

Infrequent out-of-town travel with overnight stay for meetings, seminars and client engagements (up to 10-15%)

Overtime work required periodically throughout the year as needed.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.