In-Charge Audit

MBE CPAs • Madison, WI

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About The Position

In-Charge Audit professionals perform and lead audit engagements, support client relationships, and guide junior team members through the audit process. They analyze client financial records to identify potential accounting issues, research and present proposed solutions, and plan and perform audit procedures in accordance with applicable accounting and auditing standards. They take ownership of assigned engagements, coordinate workflow, and help ensure work is completed accurately and on schedule.

The role includes supervising, training, and mentoring staff accountants and audit associates; reviewing their work and providing constructive feedback; and communicating with clients to request information, discuss findings, and address accounting or financial reporting questions. In-Charge Audit professionals build and strengthen client relationships, develop an understanding of clients’ businesses, and collaborate with Audit Managers and Partners to complete engagements.

The firm offers onsite, hybrid, or remote work arrangements. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with flexibility around personal and family commitments as long as business needs are met.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of audit experience at a public accounting firm.
• Previous experience supervising, reviewing, or providing guidance to staff during audit engagements.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.

Nice To Haves

• CPA certification is highly desired, or the ability to attain it.
• Willingness to work onsite is preferred; hybrid or remote work may be considered for experienced candidates.

Responsibilities

• Analyze client financial records to identify potential accounting issues, research them, and present proposed solutions.
• Plan and perform audit procedures in accordance with applicable accounting and auditing standards.
• Take ownership of assigned audit engagements, coordinate workflow, and help ensure work is completed accurately and on schedule.
• Supervise, train, and mentor staff accountants and audit associates throughout audit engagements.
• Review staff work and provide constructive feedback and guidance.
• Build new and strengthen existing client relationships, developing a strong understanding of clients’ businesses.
• Communicate with clients to request information, discuss findings, and address accounting or financial reporting questions.
• Collaborate with Audit Managers and Partners to successfully complete client engagements.

Benefits

• Long-term job stability.
• Work-life balance and flexible work arrangements.
• Career growth and upward mobility opportunities.
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• FSA/HSA account options.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• 401(k) employer matching program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• CPA assistance.
• Professional growth opportunities through continuing education.
• Supplemental life, AD&D, short-term disability, long-term disability, and critical illness insurance options.
• Bonuses for business development leads.

What This Job Offers

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