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Crosslin · 3 weeks ago

Audit Staff Accountant

Nashville, TN

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Crosslin is a company seeking an Audit Staff Accountant to assist in the planning and execution of financial statement audits. The role involves performing tests of transactions, compliance, and controls while applying GAAP principles and documenting procedures as per instructions.

ConsultingFinancial Services

Culture & Values

Responsibilities

Perform tests of transactions, compliance or controls by: Following the designated work program, senior associate instructions and insight gained from a review of prior year work papers

Clearly documenting the results of those tests and bringing any exceptions to the immediate attention of the supervisor

Determining conclusions based on the results of those tests, with the assistance of a supervisor

Applies knowledge and understanding of governing accounting principles; applying these principles to audit areas and transactions; and documenting and communicating an understanding and application of these principles by: Testing the validity of inputs with respect to an audit area based on prescribed scopes and work program requirements

Testing activity based on prescribed scopes and work program requirements

Testing the validity or reasonableness of outputs or ending balances based on prescribed scopes and work program requirements

Documenting the work performed in a clear and concise manner which is directly responsive to the work program requirements and supervisor instruction

Applies knowledge and understanding of professional standards; application of the principles contained in professional standards; and the ability to document and communicate an understanding and application of professional standards on an engagement by: Developing and applying a basic knowledge of auditing theory, a sense of audit skepticism, and the use of other audit guidance

Documenting in line with firm policy, identifying deviations and notifying more senior team members in order to obtain appropriate approvals

Applying knowledge to identify instances where testing may be reduced or expanded and notifying more senior team members of the occurrence

Contributing ideas/opinions to the engagement teams

Completing all appropriate documentation of firm or PPC work papers

Ensuring assigned work is performed in accordance with firm methodology and requirements

Qualification

Bachelor’s in AccountingCPAGAAPGAASMicrosoft Office SuiteAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsProject managementLeadership experience

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent required

Actively pursuing completion of CPA licensing required

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt style and messaging to effectively communicate with professionals at all levels both within the customer organization and the firm

Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently and within a group environment

Solid analytical and diagnostic skills and ability to break down complex issues and work, with assistance, toward implementing appropriate resolutions

Capable of working in a demanding, deadline driven environment with a focus on details and accuracy

Solid project management skills