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Job description
POSITION SUMMARY:
Audit Supervising Senior leads and supervises large/complex audit and tax engagements, ensuring the delivery of quality audit and tax services to Firm clients. Audit Supervising Senior will be responsible for coordinating day to day duties of planning, field work, and wrap up while supervising the engagement team. The position is responsible for acting as the client contact for basic questions and information that may be involved in all assigned client engagements.
Salary Range - $80,000 - $90,000 (depending on experience)
JOB RESPONSIBILITES
AUDIT, ACCOUNTING, AND TAX:
Develop superior technical knowledge so that supervision is rarely needed; presents work for review that requires minimal changes, including: Initiate and coordinate audit planning process with supervisor
Initiate and coordinate staffing requirements with supervisor in advance of fieldwork
Develop audit plan, including budget and necessary audit programs (utilizing the Calibre Standard Programs)
Document accounting systems, internal controls, identify significant audit and fraud risks and assess audit risk
Audit challenging and/or high-risk areas requiring greater technical expertise.
Assign work to staff that will challenge and allow for growth while staying within budget.
Prepare financial statements and other client deliverables requiring minimal review comments.
Prepare and/or review tax returns in a timely manner.
Review client tax returns, Forms 990 and 5500
Review all work completed by those employees being supervised
Identify and communicate accounting and auditing matters to managers, directors, principals, and partners in a timely manner
Identify internal control matters and other value-added comments for potential communication to the client
Clear open review notes in a thorough and timely manner and supervise post fieldwork wrap up.
Maintain updated job status in project management system GoFileRoom
Continue to develop areas of specialty in one of our niche industries; identifying concepts in which to become an expert
CLIENT MANAGEMENT: Supervise engagement, making sure quality work is performed, within budget and on time: Develop, present and adheres to approved budget
Plan and administer all engagements with minimal assistance
Ability to supervise multiple client engagements simultaneously
Interact with clients efficiently, representing the Firm in a positive and professional manner
Assist in maintaining active communication with key client personnel throughout the year
Ability to earn the trust and confidence of clients and colleagues
TECHNICAL SKILLS: Advanced technical knowledge of accounting practices
Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Proficiency in Firm software (ProSystem, Engagement, GoFileroom)
Advanced knowledge of GAAP and GAAS
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Actively pursue and pass the CPA exam
Participate in the Firm's business development activities by identifying leads for managers, directors, principals, and partners to close and opportunities for expanded services
Participate and takes an active role in Firm-sponsored education, recruiting, social, and community service activities
Active in developing staff; responsibilities to include: Coaching and developing audit staff and seniors
Supervise staff on engagements, review work and provide constructive review comments
Proficient in delegation and engagement management,
Provide on the job training and timely, constructive performance feedback for each engagement, including required engagement evaluations.
COMPETENCIES: Excellent Oral and Written Communication skills
Excellent Time Management and Organizational Skills
Sound Business Judgment
Delegation and People Management
Multi-tasking
Industry Expert
POSITION TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORK ENVIRONMENT: This job operates in a professional office environment; 80-90% of time spent at client sites. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and scanners.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to sit at a desk and work on a computer for extended periods of time.
Regular use of hands and fingers for typing, data entry, and handling paper documents.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret detailed information on computer screens and in printed materials.
Clear verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively in person, by phone, and in virtual meetings.
Occasional requirement to stand, walk, bend, or reach for office materials.
Ability to lift and carry files, binders, or office supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.
Ability to travel occasionally for training, firm events, or client meetings (if applicable).
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
TRAVEL: Local and overnight travel to client sites
Valid U.S. Drivers License required
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from an accredited college/university
Minimum two years of audit experience
CPA eligibility
PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: CPA Certification
Experience with the following industries: Not-for-profit
Labor Unions
Employee Benefit Plans
Commercial Entities
Experience with Audits performed under Uniform Guidance standards
WORK AUTHORIZATION: Must have valid work authorization for employment in the United States
OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
PROMOTION CRITERIA TO AUDIT MANAGER Exceptional performance for 2-3 years as a audit supervising senior, at a minimum
Jobs are turned in to supervisor complete with all supervised employees work reviewed, deliverables drafted, and minimal review comments required.
Excellent technical ability across a broad range of areas
Applies GAAP and other technical standards appropriately in all situations.
Stays current on technical industry developments
Effectively communicates status of engagement with supervisors in a timely manner; anticipates client needs and plans accordingly.
Plans, monitors and controls engagements effectively, efficiently and within budget
Maintains an open items list which is effectively managed.
Always meets client and supervisor-imposed deadlines
Established credibility with clients and Firm personnel
Actively involved in practice and staff development
Completed the CPA exam and is certified as a CPA
EEO: Calibre is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.
Worksite address
chicago, IL, 60290, US
Who can apply
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