Entry Accounting Associate - Compliance Team

Description :

Do you want to be part of a team that offers work / life balance while being invested in your success? If so, join our team today! At Mercadien, work / life balance is important to us, which is why weve implemented a hybrid work policy to keep our team happy, healthy & working to their full potential.

Mercadien is looking for both entry and staff level accountants to join our compliance team.

Responsibilities

Recognizes and applies appropriately, the different levels of attest services (i.e. audit, agreed upon procedures) and the level of assurance provided

Assists with audit / compliance reports as directed

Identifies reportable conditions within assigned engagement areas

Assists with developing and drafting of business advice comments

Understands basic file structure of an engagement

Recognizes the compliance requirements associated with each engagement area assigned

Understands internal controls considerations relevant to engagement areas assigned

Applies appropriate directional testing techniques to verify compliance with rules, regulations, and agency contracts

Gathers appropriate evidence using; effective client inquiries, test of details, and basic analytical procedures

Evaluates evidence gathered appropriately; recognizes and evaluates exceptions / findings noted resulting from both test of details and analytical procedures, develops appropriate conclusions based on evidence and identifies issues needing the attention of supervisory personnel

Prepares complete and accurate engagement documentation

Participates in debriefing

Requirements :

Bachelors Degree in Accounting

Must hold or be pursuing CPA license or PMP credential

Must possess above average computer skills, knowledge of Microsoft Office programs

Must be able to communicate clearly both verbally and in written format. A strong command of the English language and grammar is necessary

Must be available to work professional hours between 9am and 5pm, and additional hours as

needed.

Benefits

• Hybrid policy (2 days in office or at client site)
• Highly competitive salaries and bonus programs
• Medical, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance
• Competitive 401K match
• Paid holidays, vacation and sick time
• Business casual dress code : dress for your day
• Mentorship and training opportunities
• Internal committees and clubs
• Various social gatherings & events
• Strong focus on the Mercadien community
• Cutting edge technology

Mercadien is a leading and growing regional accounting and advisory firm with partners and staff that believe our best work starts with our people. When you come on board, you become a part of our community and extended family. Were entrepreneurs at heart; passionate about creating opportunities, innovating inside and outside of our business, achieving work / life integration, helping our employees reach their potential, and having fun!

Our core values : Integrity, excellence, responsibility, creativity, and respect are the foundation of our firm. They inform and guide us in everything we do and fuel our client work and relationships. We are a teamwork-focused firm and support each other professionally and personally. Were collaborative by nature and enjoy being actively involved in our communities. Driven by integrity and social responsibility, our associates serve more than 100 civic and charitable organizations, as individuals and through the Mercadien Foundation. At Mercadien, the opportunities are endless.

To all recruitment agencies : The Mercadien Group does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our job alias, Mercadien associates or any other company location. The Mercadien Group is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

This employer participates in E-Verify. Mercadien will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the government cannot confirm that you are work authorized, Mercadien is required to provide you written instructions and an opportunity to contact SSA and / or DHS before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment.

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