Audit Staff Accountant

*Please note ALL our opportunities are in-person at our West Knoxville office*

OBJECTIVE: In fulfilling the Firm's mission, the A&A Staff Accountant is the team member who performs most of the day-to-day fieldwork on accounting and auditing engagements. The Staff Accountant supports the Firm's goals and values through all professional communications and the maintenance of positive working relationships. Depending on the size and complexity of the engagement, an A&A Staff Accountant may function as a light Senior Accountant.

RESPONSIBILITIES

ENGAGEMENT

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  Works on various audit or accounting under direct supervision of a superior (depending on the size of the engagement, the supervisor could be a Senior Accountant, Manager or Officer).
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  Prepares workpapers following the Firm policies and procedures.
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  Prepares financial statements.
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  Brings unusual/significant accounting and auditing questions to the to the supervisor.
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  Becomes familiar with the Firm's policies, procedures, manuals, forms, and relevant software.
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  Performs audit, review, compilation, or accounting procedures as assigned by supervisors.
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  Documents understanding of accounting systems and transaction flows, reviews, and tests internal controls.
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  Understands basic business environment performs basic analytical procedures.
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  Prepares working trial balance and adjusting journal entries.
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  Maintains property and equipment records and calculate depreciation and amortization.
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  Prepares and reconciles account schedules as required.
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  Prepares, mails and controls confirmation requests.
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  Performs year-end inventory observations.
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  Train less experienced staff.
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  Compiles all necessary data and paper files and supplies to support fieldwork.
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  May be responsible for documenting engagement planning.
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  Contributes to the development of client-centered correspondence.

BUSINESS PROMOTION AND GROWTH

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  Understands key elements of client care and service.
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  Gains an understanding of all Firm services.
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  Participates in community activities and may begin to establish external referral network.
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  Develops writing, communication, inter-personal and other human relation skills.
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  Actively pursues CPA certification by sitting for all scheduled exams.

 DEPARTMENT ADMINISTRATION

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  Supports departmental goals and policies.
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  Assumes responsibilities and proficiency in specific departmental software applications.
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  Participates in other administrative activities as requested by the Officers, Managers or Senior Accountants. 

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

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  Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred.
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  Typically, 0-3 years professional experience in public accounting.
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  Actively pursuing CPA certification, by sitting for all scheduled exams Proficient in use of computers and basic software applications.
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  Above average written and verbal communication skills Successful problem-solving and analytical skills.
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  Ability to perform in highly interruptive conditions Project management ability.
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  Ability to perform under time-pressures and meet deadlines.
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  Professional behavior and appearance.
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  Strong work ethic, honest and ethical.
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  Proactive, resourceful and customer oriented.
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  Ability to sit for travel and/or computer use for extended periods of time.
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  Ability to carry and transport bags, computers, etc.
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  Ability to provide own transportation for traveling to client assignments and for personal development programs.
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  Infrequent out-of-town travel with overnight stay for work at clients’, meetings, or seminars; regular regional travel.
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  Overtime work required periodically throughout year.

BENEFITS  

• Generous PTO policy
• Paid Holidays
• Group Medical and Life Insurance as well as vision and dental
• 401k Plan
• Professional Development
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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