Supervising Senior Audit

FORTH Recruiting•Irvine, CA

About The Position

Core Responsibilities Supervise teams of staff accountants and review staff deliverables for accuracy while providing feedback and guidance Participate in planning and lead the day-to-day execution of the audit according to auditing standards Identify accounting issues and propose strategies to resolve them Identify areas of potential process improvement for clients and recommend best practices Think creatively to discover innovative solutions to engagement efficiency and effectiveness Build strong relationships with client personnel and serve as the client's primary contact where appropriate Exhibit a high degree of professionalism and ethical conduct Education and Qualifications Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related major required CPA License or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a license Having passed all four parts of the CPA exam is strongly preferred. Must successfully pass a background check. Must be currently authorized to work in the United States full-time. Essential Functions Prepare high-quality work products for supervisor review. Prepare returns for more complex NFP. Demonstrate an understanding of increasingly complex tax concepts. Respond to inquiries from the IRS and other tax authorities. Build and maintain good client relationships. Experience 2-3+ years of relevant work experience. Not-for-Profit experience is preferred. Exhibit leadership skills that demonstrate strong judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. Experience in construction, technology, manufacturing/distribution, and/or transaction services is preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Effectively utilize firm audit software and research tools to continually learn, share knowledge, and enhance the quality of service to clients. Effective time management and organizational skills, including supervising more than one engagement at a time. Can work independently and manage multiple assignments in a dynamic environment. Participate in training, recruiting events, and firm activities. A strong technical aptitude for accounting skills with proficiency in US GAAP and GAAS. Ability to learn in a fast-paced environment and receptive to feedback and coaching. Ability to multi-task, prioritize responsibilities, and take the initiative on projects. High attention to detail. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in a professional setting. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in English. A positive attitude and a team player mentality, willing and eager to assist others with a can-do spirit. Is committed to delivering the highest level of client service and willing to go the extra mile to meet deadlines. Working Conditions Ability to work overtime and weekend hours during peak busy periods to meet deadlines and partner and client expectations. Health Comprehensive 401(k) matching program. Choice of HMO or PPO medical plans available. Generous discounts are available under some plans for drugs and/or eye prescriptions. Comprehensive vision plans available. A choice of HMO or PPO dental plans. Funded life insurance plans covering death/dismemberment. Additional coverage is available for purchase. Flex spending plans available. Gym membership subsidy. Happiness Casual dress environment. Substantial professional development through ongoing training (an accredited employer with the AICPA and the ACCA). A training department is dedicated to all your learning & CPE continuation needs. Subsidized CPA examination fees & spot bonus. Paid time off to study for the CPA. Competitive compensation packages. Generous paid time off policies. Diverse client base to inspire and challenge you. Mentorship opportunities through our resource group and buddy systems. Beyond Bonus payments for client or employee referrals. Targeted kudos program providing firm-wide employee recognition and financial rewards. Discounted movie tickets. Structured volunteer and community care programs through a dedicated company program. A generational task force that welcomes ideas and suggestions to enhance the workplace. Structured internship programs to guide future college graduates. Partner & director attendance at local college recruiting and class events.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related major required
CPA License or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a license
Must successfully pass a background check
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States full-time
2-3+ years of relevant work experience
Exhibit leadership skills that demonstrate strong judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
Effectively utilize firm audit software and research tools to continually learn, share knowledge, and enhance the quality of service to clients
Effective time management and organizational skills, including supervising more than one engagement at a time
Can work independently and manage multiple assignments in a dynamic environment
Participate in training, recruiting events, and firm activities
A strong technical aptitude for accounting skills with proficiency in US GAAP and GAAS
Ability to learn in a fast-paced environment and receptive to feedback and coaching
Ability to multi-task, prioritize responsibilities, and take the initiative on projects
High attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in a professional setting
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in English
A positive attitude and a team player mentality, willing and eager to assist others with a can-do spirit
Is committed to delivering the highest level of client service and willing to go the extra mile to meet deadlines
Ability to work overtime and weekend hours during peak busy periods to meet deadlines and partner and client expectations

Nice To Haves

Having passed all four parts of the CPA exam is strongly preferred.
Not-for-Profit experience is preferred.
Experience in construction, technology, manufacturing/distribution, and/or transaction services is preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise teams of staff accountants and review staff deliverables for accuracy while providing feedback and guidance
Participate in planning and lead the day-to-day execution of the audit according to auditing standards
Identify accounting issues and propose strategies to resolve them
Identify areas of potential process improvement for clients and recommend best practices
Think creatively to discover innovative solutions to engagement efficiency and effectiveness
Build strong relationships with client personnel and serve as the client's primary contact where appropriate
Exhibit a high degree of professionalism and ethical conduct
Prepare high-quality work products for supervisor review
Prepare returns for more complex NFP
Demonstrate an understanding of increasingly complex tax concepts
Respond to inquiries from the IRS and other tax authorities
Build and maintain good client relationships

Benefits

Comprehensive 401(k) matching program
Choice of HMO or PPO medical plans available
Generous discounts are available under some plans for drugs and/or eye prescriptions
Comprehensive vision plans available
A choice of HMO or PPO dental plans
Funded life insurance plans covering death/dismemberment
Additional coverage is available for purchase
Flex spending plans available
Gym membership subsidy
Casual dress environment
Substantial professional development through ongoing training (an accredited employer with the AICPA and the ACCA)
A training department is dedicated to all your learning & CPE continuation needs
Subsidized CPA examination fees & spot bonus
Paid time off to study for the CPA
Competitive compensation packages
Generous paid time off policies
Diverse client base to inspire and challenge you
Mentorship opportunities through our resource group and buddy systems
Bonus payments for client or employee referrals
Targeted kudos program providing firm-wide employee recognition and financial rewards
Discounted movie tickets
Structured volunteer and community care programs through a dedicated company program
A generational task force that welcomes ideas and suggestions to enhance the workplace
Structured internship programs to guide future college graduates
Partner & director attendance at local college recruiting and class events
401(k)
HMO or PPO Medical
Drugs Discount Plans
Vision Plans
HMO or PPO Dental
Life Insurance
Flex-spending
Gym Membership
Casual dress
Professional Development
CPE continuation training
CPA exam fees & spot bonus
Paid time off to study CPA
Competitive compensation
Generous PTO
Diverse client base
Mentorship opportunities
Client or employee referrals bonuses
Employee recognition and financial rewards
Discounted movie tickets
Welcomes ideas and suggestions to enhance the workplace