Assurance Assistant

Responsible for applying established procedures to analyze information, prepare appropriate documentation and accomplish projects in accordance with professional and Peer Review Standards in a timely manner.

• Ensure compliance with professional, Peer Review, generally accepted accounting principles and other applicable policies and procedures.
• Perform audit, attest, accounting, and review services strategy and plan approved by the Partner and assigned by audit senior, manager or partner.
• Verify assets and liabilities by comparing items to documentation.
• Complete audit workpapers by documenting audit tests and findings.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; professional statements, establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality of all information.
• Other duties as assigned by Management.

• Able to analyze information skillfully.
• Good judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to reason and decide among various alternatives.
• Effective oral and written communication skills in the English language.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles; and professional auditing, attestation, and accounting and review standards.
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Good analytical, interpersonal and oral and written communication skills.
• Professionalism, dependability, integrity and trustworthiness combined with a cooperative attitude.
• Strong organization skills with attention to detail.
• Motivated self-starter with ability to work autonomously, multitask and accurately complete assignments within time constraints and deadlines.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic team environment.
• Dedicated to superior client service.

• Proficient verbal and written communication abilities in English.

• Teamwork: Works well with others in a team environment.
• Adaptability: Adjusts to changing priorities and conditions.
• Creativity: Thinks outside the box to deliver innovative solutions.
• Customer Focus: Provides high-quality service and support to internal and external clients.
• Initiative: Proactively seeks opportunities to improve processes and contribute to team success.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
• Master’s Degree is a plus. 
• Zero to 1 year experience in Audit. 

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift fifteen pounds at times.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Standard office hours are 8:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday.
• This job is a salaried position and due to the nature of the business and position, may require different/additional hours to accomplish the objectives.
• Extended hours are required during busy times throughout the year depending upon workload and deadlines.

• Travel is frequent for this position; thus, employees must have reliable transportation, an active driver’s license and valid automobile insurance.
• All efforts will be made to give as much advance notice as possible for required out-of-town overnight travel arrangements.

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This job description has been changed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required. Job responsibilities may change at any time during your employment, and you may be asked to work on special projects. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected.