Audit/Assurance Staff Accountant

CG Team • Eatontown, NJ

2d • $68,000 - $72,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

This position is hybrid; a combination of remote and in-office/client work. In-office and client work will be determined by Cg management and/or client needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 0 – 1 years of relevant experience (internships in audit/accounting a plus).
• CPA candidate or intent to pursue CPA licensure strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of GAAP; exposure to GAAS a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft suite.
• Familiarity with audit or accounting software a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and written/verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Willingness to travel to client sites with senior team members, as needed.

Nice To Haves

• internships in audit/accounting
• exposure to GAAS
• Familiarity with audit or accounting software

Responsibilities

• Apply learned assurance procedures (under applicable standards) in performing audit, review, and compilation engagements under the supervision of senior management.
• Perform substantive testing, analytical procedures, and internal control evaluations.
• Prepare workpapers and supporting documentation in accordance with firm and professional standards.
• Assist with financial statement preparation and footnote disclosures under GAAP.
• Help prepare various audit statements, findings, and financial reports.
• Identify and communicate accounting/audit issues to engagement leadership.
• Perform reconciliations, vouching, and testing of transactions and account balances.
• Participate in client walkthroughs and fieldwork.
• Manage time effectively to meet engagement deadlines and budgets.
• Prepare financial statements and maintain client correspondence.
• Maintain knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures.
• Participate and provide input in planning and engagement team meetings.
• Adhere to firm’s quality control policies and procedures.
• Maintain familiarity with firm’s policies, procedures, forms, and online tools/software.
• Participate in training and educational opportunities.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by Cg Senior Management, when necessary.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• High Deductible Health Plan
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance (at no cost to employee)
• Employee Assistance Program (at no cost to employee)
• Voluntary Benefit Plans
• Dental
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• Short Term Disability
• Vision
• Critical Illness
• Hospital Indemnity & Accident
• Legal
• Section 125 (Flex Spending Account)
• Accident
• Unlimited Paid Time Off Policy
• Holiday Time
• Tax Day – the firm is closed for a full day the first Friday following April 15th
• Summer Fridays
• 401(k)/Profit Sharing Plan
• Team Bonus Plan
• New Team Member Referral Bonus
• New Business Referral Bonus
• Reimbursement for Relevant Licenses and Dues
• CPA Exam Bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level