Senior Auditor - Government Team

Mercadien is seeking an essential member of the team supporting our not-for-profit, for profit and government clients. This is an exciting opportunity for an innovative, dedicated team player with a passion for client service who is looking to further their career in an environment that proudly promotes a robust culture with an open-door policy and recognition programs.

Responsibilities

Monitors the productivity of staff and the work plan on every engagement

Identifies areas for which control and inherent risk assessments may be lowered

Understands how the impact of changes in the economy, industry and business processes affects the planning process

Gathers appropriate evidence using advanced analytical reviews

Identifies situations when deviation from / addition to planned procedures is appropriate

Plans engagements based on Risk Assessments

Documents internal controls on a timely basis

Tests systems of internal control appropriately based on risk assessment (i.e. walkthrough vs. test of control)

Performs an effective engagement administration review

Completes an engagement so that the "lights-out" approach may be used

Recognizes and documents appropriate matters for Partner attention

Participates in industry related meetings or seminars

Learns and appropriately uses industry specific terminology

Functions without close supervision

Assists with financial reporting

Asks for assignments that will support specialty development

Participates in debriefing

Bachelors Degree in Accounting

Must hold or be pursuing CPA license

3+ years of experience in performing governmental audits

Experience overseeing staff

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
• 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

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