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We are currently seeking Experienced Staff Auditors to join our firm. Experienced Staff Auditors perform the detailed work of a financial statement audit under the supervision of a Senior Auditor, Audit Supervisor, or Audit Manager. Experienced Staff Auditors will often start to direct small audits.

Successful candidates will enjoy minimal out of town travel and a great work-life balance, including a hybrid work schedule. Maher Duessel offers quality experience working with well known clients, as well as a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Qualifications:

• An undergraduate or graduate degree in accounting, and/or an undergraduate or graduate degree with sufficient coursework to qualify to become licensed as a CPA
• Minimum of 1 year of accounting experience, preferably in public accounting
• Government and non-profit audit experience preferred
• Proficiency of firm technology, including the use of Caseware, RIA Checkpoint, CCH, and Practice Engine
• Have demonstrated an ability to work independently
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Written and verbal communication skills
• A strong dedication to teamwork and client service
• Integrity within the professional environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to adapt to work schedule and job requirements, including some travel and hours beyond the standard workday as needed
• Reliable transportation

Responsibilities:

• Display a strong work ethic and ability to interact with clients and other firm employees
• Stay informed of current developments relevant to the government and non-profit industries
• Communicate to the audit team leader the audit status and issues encountered while performing assigned tasks
• Identify potential risks and bring them to the attention of the Senior Auditor, Audit Supervisor, or Audit Manager
• Contribute ideas/opinions to the engagement and listen/respond to other team members' views
• Work independently without the daily supervision of the Senior Auditor, Audit Supervisor, or Audit Manager
• Accept assignments by audit area(s) and complete assignments in a timely manner
• Examine procedures used in the past and attempt to enhance audit techniques
• Understand and prepare basic financial statements
• Recognize a need for increased amount of overtime to complete assigned tasks and assist audit team in completing engagements
• Actively work towards passing the CPA exam

About our Firm:

Maher Duessel is a leading regional CPA firm that was founded to provide high-caliber audit, tax, and consulting services to clients in the governmental and non-profit sectors. Since 1989, Maher Duessel has offered the personalized service of a regional accounting firm while providing the technical and regulatory knowledge of a national accounting firm. With offices in Pittsburgh, Butler, Harrisburg, State College, Erie, and Lancaster, we have the largest staff dedicated solely to governmental, non-profit, and Single Audit issues in Pennsylvania. Our mission statement, Pursuing the Profession While Promoting the Public Good, reflects our passion and commitment to providing expert technical services while helping our clients further their own missions. The firm has been recognized for the past several years, including in 2025, by the Central Penn Business Journal as one of the Best Places to Work in Pennsylvania and named one of the Fastest Growing Companies by the Pittsburgh Business Times.

Maher Duessel strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of sex, race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, gender transition, transgender identity, genetics information, use of a guide or support animal because of blindness, deafness, or physical handicap, or any other legally protected status. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and benefits associated with employment.