Assurance Experienced Senior; Public audit

Overview

The Assurance Experienced Senior will coordinate day-to-day in-charge duties of planning, fieldwork, and wrap-up to include preparing financial statements with disclosures, applying GAAP as necessary, and documenting, validating, testing, and assessing internal control systems. This role may involve client contact for basic questions and information and may participate in reviews and agreed-upon procedures engagements.

• Act as in-charge on the engagement, coordinating day-to-day planning, fieldwork, and wrap-up activities in accordance with timetable, Firm policies, and budget.
• Document, validate, and assess the effectiveness of internal control systems; communicate improvements to client internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Apply knowledge of transactional flows and key cycles to complete audit work.
• Supervise audit staff, review work papers and conclusions, and explain findings to team members.

• Apply understanding of governing principles and their application to client transactions; document and communicate these principles and disclosures to clients.
• Identify and apply new pronouncements; discuss alternative GAAPs when necessary with Manager, Senior Manager, and Engagement Partner.
• Identify complex accounting issues and bring them to superiors for resolution.

• Understand SEC regulations and PCAOB guidelines; document and communicate their application.
• Review client SEC filings for accuracy and completeness and ensure financial information is supported in work papers and tested.
• Prepare communications to the client and the Audit Committee.
• Plan and execute Section 404 internal control audits, including understanding the control environment and testing deficiencies.

• Apply professional standards and document understanding and application of GAAS on engagements.
• Formulate and communicate the audit plan; apply skepticism and determine testing scope; use appropriate audit manuals when applicable.
• Identify opportunities to improve client internal controls and draft communications as required by professional standards.

• Apply BDO standards and audit approach to deliver quality services using tools and technology; manage deadlines and resources effectively.

• Use internal and external research tools; document complex findings and form initial opinions on correct treatments, considering impact on the client and engagement.

• Coordinate planning, fieldwork, and review timing with audit team and client; assist in developing budgets and assigning resources; monitor budget versus actuals.

• Supervise a team of audit professionals (1–5 members); provide performance feedback and coach associates.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Statistics, required; or Bachelor’s in another field with CPA;
  Master’s in Accountancy preferred.
• Three (3) or more years of prior relevant audit experience; supervisory experience preferred.
• Eligible to sit for the CPA exams; actively pursuing completion of the exams (required for this role); CPA certification preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; experience with assurance applications and research tools preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to lead client communications and audit teams.

Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture centers around making meaningful connections, curiosity, and being true to yourself while making a positive difference in the world.

BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that shares in growth with its U.S. team. We provide assurance, tax and advisory services to diverse clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. BDO USA, P.A. is an EO employer M/F/Veteran/Disability.

Salary ranges are provided where applicable and may vary by location and other factors.