Assurance Senior Associate

Eide Bailly LLP•Bismarck, ND

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

A typical day as an Assurance Senior Associate in Bismarck, ND might include the following: Initiates client engagement meetings and determines timelines, objectives and expectations of an engagement. Performs audit, review, or compilation procedures for clients. Plans and performs all phases of an engagement including workpaper preparation, financial statement preparation, and report preparation. Analyzes and prepares trial balances, complex financial statements and audit reports using audit software programs, Word, and Excel. Reconciles accounting information to control accounts. Conducts fraud interviews on an as-needed basis with CEO, accountants and other employees. Reviews staff work, prepares high risk audit sections and drafts financials statements. Provides financial analysis upon completion of fieldwork to improve client internal controls and accounting procedures. Requests and collects appropriate information to diagnose and solve client problems. Coordinates various activities to meet client needs within a specified time frame. Trains staff on the various aspects of an audit and delegates work based on availability and experience. Understands and applies work procedures and effectively tailors plans as necessary. Performs field work at client locations as necessary. Networks, builds relationships, and attracts new clients or business to the Firm. Attends training seminars, professional development, and networking events.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting (required).
2-4 years of assurance experience (required).
Well-rounded knowledge of auditing standards and accounting principles.
Can work on multiple projects and meet deadlines by setting priorities with work projects.
Proficient with computers, Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) and using various software packages.
Must be authorized to work in the United States now or in the future without visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

A valid Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or working towards obtaining CPA license (preferred).

Responsibilities

Initiates client engagement meetings and determines timelines, objectives and expectations of an engagement.
Performs audit, review, or compilation procedures for clients.
Plans and performs all phases of an engagement including workpaper preparation, financial statement preparation, and report preparation.
Analyzes and prepares trial balances, complex financial statements and audit reports using audit software programs, Word, and Excel.
Reconciles accounting information to control accounts.
Conducts fraud interviews on an as-needed basis with CEO, accountants and other employees.
Reviews staff work, prepares high risk audit sections and drafts financials statements.
Provides financial analysis upon completion of fieldwork to improve client internal controls and accounting procedures.
Requests and collects appropriate information to diagnose and solve client problems.
Coordinates various activities to meet client needs within a specified time frame.
Trains staff on the various aspects of an audit and delegates work based on availability and experience.
Understands and applies work procedures and effectively tailors plans as necessary.
Performs field work at client locations as necessary.
Networks, builds relationships, and attracts new clients or business to the Firm.
Attends training seminars, professional development, and networking events.