Senior Accountant - Audit

Senior Accountant - AuditLittle Rock - Little Rock, AR 72212This position serves as the in-charge accountant with HCJ client projects and runs the day-to-day operations of the A&A engagements in coordination with the audit manager. As a Senior Accountant, you must be self-motivated and ambitious. You must also be organized and detail-oriented with strong time management skills and the ability to effectively balance speed and accuracy. It is also important that you have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to get along well with coworkers.Responsibilities of an Audit Senior AccountantUnderstands the basics of client's business and their organization structure/reporting relationshipsDemonstrates appropriate knowledge of professional standards/practicesDemonstrates technical knowledge and skills for auditing the responsibilities assigned to more complex and multiple projectsAdequate working knowledge of analytical review procedures and ratio analysisSupports work performed with appropriate documentation in written and/or oral communicationsPrepare workpaper documentation and financial statements and footnotes for audits, reviews, compilations, and agreed-upon procedures engagements. Do these with minimum supervisionAssists in identification and research of technical issues/problems and proposes solutions or alternativesDemonstrates strong knowledge of audit and other software applicationsImprove technical skills through CPE, personal commitment and on-the-job trainingFollow directions, complete tasks, and clear review points with minimal supervision in a timely mannerMust be able to handle working on multiple engagementsAssist with department/committee projects (as assigned)Read current developments, pronouncements, and research technical issues as neededIdentify problem areas and client issues and propose solutions to managers and partnersDevelop interns and staff through periodic training sessions as well as continual on-the-job trainingBecome proficient with firm utilized softwareEffectively wrap-up and finalize engagementIdentify value added suggestions from audits and reviews for client utilizationAdditional duties of an Audit Senior Accountant:Thoroughly review work of the staff and provided meaningful review comments to help trainIdentify areas of technical issues/problems and proposes solutions or alternatives with supported researchDemonstrates the ability to effectively communicate with clients in an organized and appropriate mannerDemonstrates appropriate knowledge of professional standards/practicesDemonstrates the ability to prepare financial statements along with the related footnotesKnows when to reduce or expand testingSupports work performed with appropriate documentation in written and/or oral communicationsIndependently make preliminary decisionsComplete time entry and WIPs in a timely mannerIn state and overnight travel may be required.Meet realization and budget goalsCommunicates status of projects with manager or partner/principal in a timely mannerDevelop efficient work habitsAdministrative and other tasks as assignedQuarterly evaluations on staffQualificationsOther Attributes, Education, Skills & AbilitiesInnovationAnticipate and solve problems with original and tailored solutionsForward thinking and big picture focusedOwnershipSelf-driven and strives to get the job done in a timely manner without passing the buckTotal responsibility of knowledge on technical mattersProvide quality workTeamworkThink of others, humble, loyal and puts the firm firstCollaborate within the teamsDevelop relationships with peers and attend firm eventsCommunicationEffectively exchange meaningful information and ideas on a timely basis with tact and open minds by listening first and asking questions secondCommunicate effectively and professionallyKeep immediate supervisor informedOther knowledge, skills, and abilitiesUnderstands and maintains the confidentiality of all firm and client informationMaintains a high degree of professionalism and integrityMaintains professional ethics of firm, AICPA, and ARCPAStrong organizational and time management skillsAbility to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects / tasks with an attention to detailEducation:Bachelor of accounting degreeWorking towards becoming a Certified Public Accountant within 1 year of employmentSoftware:Advance proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)Thomson Reuters, Checkpoint, Engagement, Adobe, Fixed Assets CS, CCH Practice Management