Staff Accountant Audit- Hybrid

Job Description

Job Description

Staff Accountant in Audit

Abacus CPAs, LLC

Position Location in : Springfield, MO

Full Time / Hybrid

$60,000-$67,000 annually

401K, Dental, Vision and Life

Job Summary : The Staff Accountant in Audit plays a crucial role in assisting audit teams in conducting thorough and accurate financial audits of client organizations.

This role involves analyzing financial data, verifying compliance with relevant regulations and standards, and contributing to the overall audit process.

The Staff Accountant works under the supervision of senior audit professionals and contributes to the successful completion of audit engagements.

Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions :

Audit Preparation :

Assist in planning audit engagements by understanding the client’s business, industry, and specific audit requirements.

Gather and review financial statements, reports, and other relevant documents to gain insights into the client’s financial position and operations.

Testing and Analysis :

Conduct substantive testing of financial transactions to verify accuracy and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

Analyze internal controls and identify potential weaknesses or gaps that could impact the accuracy of financial statements.

Data Compilation :

Organize and compile audit evidence, supporting documentation and workpapers to ensure all audit procedures are adequately documented.

Summarize findings and observations in a clear and concise manner for further review.

Communication :

Collaborate with senior team members to communicate audit progress, findings, and potential issues.

Interact with client personnel to gather information, clarify questions, and maintain a professional and courteous demeanor.

Compliance and Regulation :

Ensure audit procedures are aligned with relevant accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.

Stay updated on changes in accounting standards and regulations to ensure audits are conducted in accordance with current practices.

Reporting :

Contribute to the preparation of audit reports that accurately summarize the audit procedures performed, findings and recommendations.

Assist in drafting clear and concise narratives that provide an overview of the client’s financial position.

Professional Development

Participate in training and professional development opportunities to enhance technical skills and industry knowledge.

Seek opportunities to growth within the firm or profession, possibly leading to roles of greater responsibility.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting. Candidates must have an active CPA license or be CPA eligible with plans to take the exam
• 1-3 years in public accounting experience
• Understanding of accounting principles, financial statements, and auditing standards.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Well organized with good time management and multi-tasking skills
• Works well in a team environment and ability to maintain positive relationships with work teams and customers / clients
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Preferred experience using Microsoft Office applications, QuickBooks, QuickBooks Online, UltraTax and Advance Flow
• Ability to work and think independently
• Must be able to develop working knowledge of in-house software packages
• Ethical and professional conduct, maintaining confidentiality and integrity in all aspect of work
• Pass a CJIS background check
• Ability to travel for 2 weeks of training and client sites.

The mission and values of our firm set the cultural foundation of the firm.. Our values are Integrity, Client Service Orientation, People Focus, Positive Attitude, and Ownership.

Our mission is to create long-lasting relationships with our clients and employees by providing services through mutually profitable partnering alliances and by attracting and retaining the best employees who share our commitment to excellence and our dedication to professionalism.

Above all, to glorify God in everything we do.

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked to perform other assignments and duties. You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the tasks listed in this job description.

Abacus CPAs, LLC, one of the fastest growing firms in the regional area, is wholly dedicated to helping our clients achieve their financial objectives while also allowing our employees to reach their greatest potential.

Our team of Abacus Professionals provide a distinctive level of service in tax, audit, accounting, and business consulting.

Our passion for our clients and employees is the driving force behind all our work and the reason we are recognized as an entrepreneurial leader.

Your Abacus Experience : You’ll find that things are a distinctively different here at Abacus CPAs, and we’re proud of it.

We center on one key component : people. We foster an environment of growth, trust, and confidence and you’ll see it in daily interactions, hear it regular conversations, and live it as part of our Abacus Culture.

Our Award-Winning Firm : We’re proud to be recognized by local, regional and national organizations for our distinctive culture, great work environment, and our focus on ethics, quality and economic impact.

1. Abacus CPAs listed as a top Midwest Firm on Accounting Today’s Top 100 Firms Regional Leaders List

2. Abacus CPAs honored as a 2021 Better Business Bureau Torch Award Recipient highlighting ethics and quality

3. Abacus CPAs honored as a finalist for Springfield Business Journal’s 2021 Economic Impact Awards

4. Abacus CPAs honored with one of Biz 417’s 2021 Best Places to Work, #15 and 2022 #14

5. Abacus CPAs honored as one of Accounting Today’s Top 100 Best Firms to Work For 2020, 2010, 2009

Website : http : / / www.abacuscpas.com /

Abacus CPAs is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Company Description

Abacus CPAs, LLC, one of the fastest growing firms in the regional area, is wholly dedicated to helping our clients achieve their financial objectives while also allowing our employees to reach their greatest potential.

Our team of Abacus Professionals provide a distinctive level of service in tax, audit, accounting, and business consulting.

Our passion for our clients and employees is the driving force behind all our work and the reason we are recognized as an entrepreneurial leader.

Your Abacus Experience : You’ll find that things are a distinctively different here at Abacus CPAs, and we’re proud of it.

We center on one key component; people. We foster an environment of growth, trust, and confidence and you’ll see it in daily interactions, hear it regular conversations, and live it as part of our Abacus Culture.

Our Award-Winning Firm : We’re proud to be recognized by local, regional and national organizations for our distinctive culture, great work environment, and our focus on ethics, quality and economic impact.

1. tAbacus CPAs honored as IPA Best of the Best Firms for 2023

2. Abacus CPAs listed as a top Midwest Firm on Accounting Today’s Top 100 Firms Regional Leaders List 2023

3. tAbacus CPAs honored as a 2021 Better Business Bureau Torch Award Recipient highlighting ethics and quality

4. tAbacus CPAs honored as a finalist for Springfield Business Journal’s 2021 & 2023 Economic Impact Awards

5. tAbacus CPAs honored as one of Biz 417’s Best Places to Work, 2021, 2022, and 2023

6. tAbacus CPAs honored as one of Accounting Today’s Top 100 Best Firms to Work For 2020, 2010, 2009

7. Abacus CPAs honored as one of Inside Public Accounting Top 400 Firms in 2023 (#314)

8. Abacus CPAs App received Boomer Consulting Inc.'s "Bridging the Gap" Innovative Project Award

Abacus CPAs is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Company Description

Abacus CPAs, LLC, one of the fastest growing firms in the regional area, is wholly dedicated to helping our clients achieve their financial objectives while also allowing our employees to reach their greatest potential.

Our team of Abacus Professionals provide a distinctive level of service in tax, audit, accounting, and business consulting.

Our passion for our clients and employees is the driving force behind all our work and the reason we are recognized as an entrepreneurial leader.

r n r nYour Abacus Experience : You’ll find that things are a distinctively different here at Abacus CPAs, and we’re proud of it.

We center on one key component; people. We foster an environment of growth, trust, and confidence and you’ll see it in daily interactions, hear it regular conversations, and live it as part of our Abacus Culture.

r n r nOur Award-Winning Firm : We’re proud to be recognized by local, regional and national organizations for our distinctive culture, great work environment, and our focus on ethics, quality and economic impact.

r n r n1. tAbacus CPAs honored as IPA Best of the Best Firms for 2023 r n2. Abacus CPAs listed as a top Midwest Firm on Accounting Today’s Top 100 Firms Regional Leaders List 2023 r n3.

tAbacus CPAs honored as a 2021 Better Business Bureau Torch Award Recipient highlighting ethics and quality r n4. tAbacus CPAs honored as a finalist for Springfield Business Journal’s 2021 & 2023 Economic Impact Awards r n5.

tAbacus CPAs honored as one of Biz 417’s Best Places to Work, 2021, 2022, and 2023 r n6. tAbacus CPAs honored as one of Accounting Today’s Top 100 Best Firms to Work For 2020, 2010, 2009 r n7.

Abacus CPAs honored as one of Inside Public Accounting Top 400 Firms in 2023 (#314) r n8. Abacus CPAs App received Boomer Consulting Inc.

s "Bridging the Gap" Innovative Project Award r n r nAbacus CPAs is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.