Assurance Manager - Audit Manager
HBK is a growing Top 50 accounting firm according to Accounting Today magazine and a Top 100 registered investment advisory according to Financial Advisor Magazine. Our hundreds of collaborating professionals have created and fostered thousands of close, caring, supportive client relationships.
Growth requires talent, so we continue to seek capable, dedicated professionals in all aspects of financial services. Our recruits choose their career paths. We want you to excel in your career as part of a dynamic team, and we provide the support and the resources to help you succeed. The breadth and depth of experience we offer you is unique in the marketplace.
We are entrepreneurs working with entrepreneurs, owners working with people who are owners of small and mid-size businesses, the heartbeat of our country. We are more consultants than number crunchers, an influence in our communities as well as our clients and their finances. When we go home at night, we know we’ve made something happen for our clients. If you want a career that is all about helping people, you’re the kind of person we’re looking for. Please read on to discover if you could see yourself joining the HBK Family as our newest Assurance Manager / Audit Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 4+ years previous public accounting experience.
- Candidates should have a competent working knowledge of accounting and auditing practices and be able to research and resolve complex accounting issues.
- Previous experience in planning and supervising audit and large review engagements is required.
- Candidates should possess solid research and writing skills, excellent verbal communication and presentation skills and the ability to interact with all levels of staff and clients.
- Experience working with nonprofits a huge plus.
- A competent working knowledge of accounting and auditing software is required.
- Strong interpersonal skills, excellent computer skills, communication skills, time management skills and the ability to work effectively with all levels of staff and clients.
- CPA designation required.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Take charge of all assigned engagements including, team staffing, job planning and scheduling with the Senior Manager/Principal.
- Study and evaluate the internal controls used by the client and prepare or review the work program and time budget (for subsequent approval by a Principal).
- Support the training of team members; offer guidance and direction, give constructive criticism of working papers.
- Review with the Senior Manager or Principal any significant engagement findings that raise questions involving accounting principles or statement presentation.
- Prepare or review financial statements, notes, schedules, management letters, and tax returns for later discussion between the Manager or director and the client.
- Prepare an engagement evaluation report for each team member supervised and discuss with that person (individually) before forwarding to Principal.
- Serve in educational programs, as an instructor or discussion leader.
- Monitor the budget throughout the engagement, alerting the Senior Manager/Principal if time exceeds the budget.
- Identify additional areas of work, i.e. work beyond the scope of the engagement letter, estimate the amount of time and receive client approval before commencing work.
- Assist new businesses with entity selection and software implementation.
- Display a high degree of technical and professional competence including remaining up-to-date on all professional pronouncements.
- Contribute to team members’ semi-annual and annual performance evaluations.
- Represent the firm at special social events and private functions.
BENEFITS WE OFFER:
- Competitive Compensation
- Lucrative New Business & Employee Referral Bonuses
- Anniversary Bonus
- Open Paid-time-off policy for professional staff
- We provide a flexible work environment to offer work/life balance
- 401(k) plan with company match and profit sharing
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Affordable Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Affordable Accidental and Critical Illness Insurance
- 9 Paid holidays
- Disability Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Annual Performance Reviews
- And Much More…
HBK provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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