Assurance Senior - Raleigh

Smith & Howard•Cary, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

In our Assurance role, you will need to demonstrate professional interest in providing clients with quality services and personal attention by performing “above and beyond the call of duty” if necessary. This will include planning and preparing supporting workpapers, as well as identifying value-add suggestions for client utilization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or other relevant degree program
Knowledge of basic accounting procedures and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Ability to multi-task with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be able to meet assigned deadlines in a fast-paced, team environment

Nice To Haves

CPA license strongly preferred
Two to five years of public accounting experience, preferred

Responsibilities

Adhere to professional ethics of the firm and AICPA.
Adhere to firm policy regarding client confidentiality.
Demonstration of professional interest in providing clients with quality services and personal attention by performing “above and beyond the call of duty” if necessary.
Audit preparation; trial balance and lead sheet setup; creating, updating, and analyzing schedules and spreadsheets; verification of accuracy of client accounting records; updating financials and gaining an understanding of our client’s businesses.
Meet budget and realization goals and supervise staff accountants for meeting budget goals.
Identify client issues and client service responsibilities.
Participate in staff and intern recruiting activities.
Be aware of developments, pronouncements, and research technical issues.
Identify problem areas and client issues and propose solutions to managers and partners.
Identify value added suggestions from audit and reviews for client utilization.
Meet chargeable hour goal.
Participates in internal training, as appropriate.
Pass CPA Exam if not already completed.