Audit Senior Accountant – Vienna, VA (215034
Solutions. Character. Depth. Cherry, Bekaert Holland, L.L.P. (CBH- www.cbh.com ) is a highly professional and dynamic certified public accounting and consulting firm that provides unique solutions to a diverse and successful client base. One of the nation's largest CPA firms, established in 1947, we are recognized as the Firm of Choice in the Southeast for delivering the worldwide resources and specialized expertise of a national firm, combined with the level of service and value expected from a local business.
POSITION: Audit Senior Accountant - Vienna, VA STATUS: Full Time, Exempt
SUMMARY
Performs more complex audit duties as well as trains and develops staff accountants.
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Engage various team members in the identification of client audit risks and generate dialogue surrounding response to identified audit risks.
- Lead the documentation efforts surrounding risk assessment procedures, planning considerations, and decisions including preparation of required audit programs.
- Instruct, direct, and review the work of Audit Staff in the completion of audit procedures over basic client accounting (i.e. cash, A/R, inventories, property and equipment, prepaids, A/P, accrued expenses, debt and general income statement accounts).
- Perform audit procedures over more complex client accounting (i.e. revenue recognition, income taxes, goodwill and intangibles, equity transactions, etc.)
- Review and/or prepare client financial statements to ensure compliance with applicable disclosure requirements.
- Complete general audit procedures (i.e. coordination of audit closing communications, drafting of client correspondence, resolving open items, etc.)
- Research technical issues using online tools.
- Perform other duties as needed on engagements and as assigned by supervisory personnel.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Excellent project management, analytical, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to lead and develop Audit Staff.
- Dedication to development and enhancement of team environment.
- Ability to thrive and adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Integrity, dependability, and trustworthiness.
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously (multi-task).
- Superior client service focus.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of 3 years experience in public accounting.
- Experience with GovCon, Employee Benefit Plans, Not-for-profits and Government Work.
- Progress toward completion of CPA exam.
- Proficiency with personal computers including spreadsheet software programs, general ledger packages, and computerized audit applications. Experience with Go Audit and/or Engagement is a plus.
EDUCATION and LICENSES
- Bachelor's degree in accounting. Masters preferred.
- CPA certified or the eligibility to work toward obtaining a CPA license.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Frequent same day travel for work at clients' offices using a personal vehicle.
- Occasional out-of-town travel with overnight stay for work at clients' offices using a personal vehicle.
- Able to work moderate overtime throughout the year with heavier overtime required during certain business cycles. Total estimated work hours are approximately 2330-2350 with annual charge hours (direct client work) expectations of 1650 - 1750 hours.
The duties described above are the general nature and levels of work performed, but are not intended to be a complete comprehensive list of all the duties, activities, and responsibilities required of job incumbents. Job incumbents may be asked to perform other duties as needed and/or required.
This position description is not a contract for employment and CBH reserves the right to revise this description at any time.
Major Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, Flex Spending, 401K, and a generous Paid Time Off Policy. EOE M/F/D/V Agencies by Invitation Only. No phone calls please. To be considered, apply directly on-line: