Audit Staff Accountant

SEK CPAs & Advisors•York, PA

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 role includes performing testing, evaluating internal controls, and completing compliance-related procedures while working with a variety of clients and teams across the firm. Travel to client sites for fieldwork is sometimes required. The ideal candidate is an engaged learner and confident communicator who can balance multiple deadlines while handling confidential financial information. The position offers a career track and a professional, growth-oriented environment, with flexible schedules, CPA exam study time during work hours, and reduced summer hours to support work-life balance. Team members are encouraged to contribute to the firm’s processes, decisions, planning, and culture.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and/or Finance.
0–2 years of experience; experience may include a tax internship with a CPA firm.
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 a high level of professionalism.
Strong community orientation.
Proficiency in Excel and other Microsoft applications.
Strong technical accounting skills and 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 and resolve questions.
Respond professionally to client inquiries and support strong client relationships.
Collaborate 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, according to 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.

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.
Firmwide events, team-building activities, recognition programs, and a summer trip to Hersheypark for employees and their immediate household family members or one guest.
Flexible schedules.
Study time on the clock for the CPA exam.
Reduced hours in the summer.