Audit Staff DC office ~ Security Clearance required

MCCONNELL JONES GROUP•Washington, DC

25d•$65,000 - $68,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At McConnell Jones, we aim to be a catalyst for positive growth fostering an environment where unique perspectives come together to enhance client solutions. As the largest majority African American-owned and controlled public accounting firm in the U.S., we pride ourselves on the quality of our work, the tenure of our clients, and our own diversity—nearly two-thirds of our people are from an ethnically diverse background. The diversity of our people empowers the diversity of our client solutions, as captured by the firm’s tagline, Diverse Thinking | Unique Perspectives. Our Mission: To foster an environment where unique perspectives come together to enhance client solutions. Our Vision: To be a catalyst for positive growth through the power of diverse thinking. Our Values: Creativity, Inclusion, Transparency, Accountability This position requires the candidate to be currently based in Washington DC. Active Secret Security Clearance is required. What you will do The Audit Staff will perform audit duties related to our federal audit engagements. Participates in the engagement planning process. Performs detailed audit procedures on financial statement account balances, prepares and adjusts work papers from clients’ trial balance. Identifies potential management letter comments. Researches accounting issues. Recognizes potential problem areas in specific engagements and discusses them with engagement supervisor. Performs other accounting, auditing, and consulting duties as needed in engagements and as assigned by supervisory personnel. As part of our compliance program, all team members are required to follow industry leading data and system security practices.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or experience commensurate with the requirements of the job.
Must currently hold a Secret Security Clearance.
Proficiency in use of computers and computer accounting software programs.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Good time management and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Pursuing CPA track with eligible accounting credits.
3.0 or higher GPA in major preferred; advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Participates in the engagement planning process.
Performs detailed audit procedures on financial statement account balances, prepares and adjusts work papers from clients’ trial balance.
Identifies potential management letter comments.
Researches accounting issues.
Recognizes potential problem areas in specific engagements and discusses them with engagement supervisor.
Performs other accounting, auditing, and consulting duties as needed in engagements and as assigned by supervisory personnel.
Follow industry leading data and system security practices.

Benefits

Hybrid and remote (determined by position) work arrangements available.
Stipend reimbursement for home office equipment, cell phone and home internet.
Paid Time Off (PTO) is awarded each pay period.
11 paid company holidays with 3 floating.
Medical plan with HSA employer contribution, Dental, Vision available 1st of the month after start date.
Company paid Long Term Disability.
Company paid Life Insurance.
Paid Parental Leave.
401k with company match up to 4% and 100% vested from day one.
CPA and professional license & certification bonus.
CPA exam review benefit with Becker CPA.
Certification Reimbursement for CPA, CIA, CFE, CISA.
CPE paid for 40 hours per year.
Becker CPE courses available.
Paid Volunteer Time Off.
Fitness center available to Houston office employees.
Employee Referral bonus opportunities from $1,000 to $5,000 per hired referral.
Our wellness programs offer comprehensive tools, resources, and support to ensure you can be your best self.