Audit Staff Accountant

Audit Staff Accountant Hybrid Options

Full-Time (40hrs) / Exempt

Position Description:

The role of audit Staff accountant is expected to acquire and develop competence, skills, and judgment in accounting principles and auditing procedures.

Responsibilities:

· Review and analyze client information such as balance sheets and income statements to obtain reasonable assurance for attestation engagements.

· Utilize applicable standards such as GAAS/SSARS to create working papers that include nature, timing and extent of performed procedures, results of performed procedures, as well as evidence obtained and conclusion.

· Review, analyze and understand audit plans based on risk assessment.

· Understand, engage in, and execute the attestation engagement process.

· Review and analyze client data to prepare, or assist clients in preparation of, financial statements and other non-attestation processes. Offer professional insight and guidance to clients regarding appropriate presentation and disclosure of financial statements.

· Identify auditing, accounting, and engagement process issues as they arise; advise engagement executives and develop solutions.

· Communicate effectively and professionally, both orally and in writing, to build business relationships.

· Respond to and consult on day-to-day client matters, questions and requests.

· Work on multiple engagements simultaneously and manage time and work effectively in relation to engagement budgets.

Qualifications:

To qualify, candidate must have:

· Undergraduate degree in Accounting or related field from an accredited college/university.

· A CPA license, or qualified candidate to sit for the CPA exam.

· Strong accounting and analytical skills.

· Strong computer skills: proficiency in Accounting software, Excel, Word.

· Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.

· Business level proficiency in English required – Dual business level proficiency in Japanese preferred/required.

· Detail-oriented and able to multi-task.

Benefits:

· Teleworking

· Medical, dental, vision and life insurance

· 401k retirement plan

· Paid sick and vacation time

· Paid volunteer time off / Matching Donations

· Referral bonus program

· CPA/EA license incentives and professional membership reimbursements

Note: Benefits may vary depending on specific employment terms