Audit Staff Accountant

SEK, CPAs & Advisors • York, PA

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About The Position

SEK CPAs & Advisors is seeking a motivated problem solver to join its York office and pursue a career in auditing. The Audit Staff Accountant assists with financial statement audits, reviews, compilations, and other assurance projects. The work includes executing testing strategies, understanding and evaluating internal controls, and performing compliance-related procedures. The role provides experience working with a variety of clients and teams across the firm and may require travel to client sites for fieldwork. The ideal candidate is an engaged learner and confident communicator who can balance multiple deadlines and handle confidential financial information professionally.

The position includes performing audit tests, assessing financial and operational risks, organizing audit workpapers, communicating with clients, collaborating with audit teams, analyzing financial data, preparing client financial statements, and keeping current with accounting and auditing standards. The firm supports professional development and progression toward an Audit Senior role.

SEK describes its work environment as professional, growth-oriented, and focused on employee contribution, learning, leadership development, and work-life flexibility. The firm offers flexible schedules, time during work hours to study for the CPA exam, and reduced summer hours.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting and/or Finance.
• 0–2 years of experience; a tax internship with a CPA firm may count.
• Desire and determination to obtain a CPA license.
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately and demonstrate professionalism.
• Strong community orientation.
• Proficiency in Excel and other Microsoft applications.
• Excellent technical accounting skills, including proficiency in GAAP and GAAS.

Responsibilities

• Perform audit testing on financial areas such as cash, receivables, inventories, fixed assets, and payroll, in accordance with firm standards and GAAP.
• Assist in identifying and evaluating financial and operational risks within client systems.
• Document and organize workpapers supporting audit findings in accordance with regulatory and firm standards.
• Communicate with clients to gather information, resolve questions, and respond professionally to inquiries.
• Work with audit team members to meet engagement objectives and deadlines.
• Participate in audit planning and status meetings and contribute ideas and insights.
• Analyze financial data and assess the accuracy and validity of client transactions and balances.
• Prepare client financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, in accordance with regulatory and client requirements.
• Stay informed about accounting and auditing standards and best practices through continued professional education.
• Seek feedback and guidance to improve technical and soft skills and progress toward an Audit Senior position.
• Travel to client sites for fieldwork when required.

Benefits

• Three weeks of PTO.
• Half-day Fridays in summer.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Dress-for-your-day policy, including jeans.
• 401(k) with profit sharing and safe harbor contributions.
• Firm-paid individual medical insurance with HSA contributions.
• CPA incentive plan and tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible schedules, study time on the clock for the CPA exam, and reduced summer hours.
• Firmwide events, team-building activities, recognition programs, and a summer trip to Hersheypark for employees and their immediate household family members or one guest.

What This Job Offers

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