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Audit Senior Staff Accountant

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In-Office
New York, NY, USA
84K-109K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
New York, NY, USA
84K-109K Annually
Senior level
Performs audit engagement planning and execution, including control testing, substantive testing, financial statement analysis, internal controls assessment, technical accounting research, workpaper preparation, and audit reporting. Communicates with clients, documents findings, collaborates with engagement teams, and develops supervisory skills while maintaining current accounting and auditing knowledge.
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JOB SUMMARYAs an Audit Senior Staff Accountant, you will be responsible for performing the necessary procedures involved in planning and executing attestation engagements for clients in accordance with the applicable accounting standards. The Audit Senior Staff Accountant works closely with clients and internal leaders to ensure high-quality work is conducted and delivered to our clients, while given the opportunity to experience more complex areas of engagements and work on the development of supervisory skills necessary to prepare for the Senior level.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Audit Execution

  • Participate in the planning and preparation of audit engagements under the guidance of senior team members
  • Execute audit procedures, including testing of controls, substantive testing, and analytical procedures
  • Document work performed, findings, and conclusions in an organized and clear manner
     

Financial Statement Analysis

  • Analyze financial statements, disclosures, and supporting documentation to identify potential issues or discrepancies
  • Assess the application of accounting principles and standards, and provide recommendations for improvements
     

Internal Controls Assessment

  • Evaluate internal control systems and processes to identify weaknesses or deficiencies that could impact the accuracy of financial reporting
  • Assist in developing recommendations for enhancing internal controls and operational efficiency
     

Client Communication

  • Collaborate with client personnel to obtain necessary information and documentation for audit purposes
  • Maintain professional communication and build positive relationships with client representatives
     

Team Collaboration

  • Work collaboratively with other team members to ensure timely completion of audit engagements
  • Seek guidance from supervisors and managers when encountering complex issues or challenges
     

Technical Research

  • Stay updated on relevant accounting and auditing standards, regulations, and industry developments
  • Conduct research to address accounting and auditing issues that may arise during engagements
     

Reporting and Documentation

  • Contribute to the preparation of audit reports, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and adherence to professional standards
  • Prepare supporting workpapers and documentation to substantiate audit findings and conclusions
     

Professional Development

  • Engage in continuous learning and development to enhance your technical skills and knowledge

Supervisory responsibilities

  • None

Work environment

  • Work is conducted in a professional office environment with minimal distractions

Physical demands

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and performing work in front of a computer screen for long periods of time
  • Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at a time

Travel required

  • Travel may be frequent and unpredictable, depending on client’s needs

Required education and experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
  • 2 – 3 years of relevant experience

Preferred education and experience

  • Experience in professional service environment, such as a CPA firm, financial consulting firm, or similar setting
  • Actively working towards achieving CPA licensure or relevant certification, if not already attained
  • Responsible for completing the minimum CPE credit requirement
  • Fluency in Japanese, Chinese or Korean

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the colleague for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

For job postings in our New York locations, we are required by law to include a good faith salary range for every job, promotion, and transfer opportunity. This range considers many factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s knowledge, job specific skills, experience, licensure, and certifications. The salary range for this position is $84,000 to $109,000.

WHO WE ARE

UHY is one of the nation’s largest professional services firms providing audit, tax, consulting and advisory services to clients primarily in the dynamic middle market. We are trailblazers who bring our experience from working within numerous industries to our clients so that we can provide them with a 360-degree view of their businesses. Together with our clients, UHY works collaboratively to develop flexible, innovative solutions that meet our clients’ business challenges. As an independent member of UHY International, we are proud to be a part of a top 20 international network of independent accounting and consulting firms.

WHAT WE OFFER

POSITIVE WORK ENVIRONMENT

Enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment where teamwork is valued.

ATTRACTIVE COMPENSATION PACKAGES

Our compensation is competitive and tailored to reflect the role, qualifications, and expertise of each individual.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE

Access comprehensive benefits including group health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and generous paid time off (PTO) allowances.

UHY-US New York, New York, USA Office

1185 Avenue of Americas, 38th Floor, New York, New York, United States, 10036

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