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locations

Washington, DC

time type

Full time

posted on

Posted 30+ Days Ago

job requisition id

R2236

Marcum LLP offers a great career with exceptional benefits.
Theres a lot to think about when it comes to launching your career. At Marcum, we offer you a world of opportunity, a highly competitive salary, exceptional benefits, flexible work options, and industry-leading technology, all within an environment that values your contributions and supports your professional growth.
At Marcum, eligible associates receive

a benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and transit benefits, as well as paid time off, a 401(k) plan with an employer contribution, and a profit sharing plan.
Job Responsibilities:

The Audit Staff Associate will be involved with all aspects of the auditpractice and the day-to-day activities of various engagements. Working in a team environment, he/she will use professional discretion in applying learned auditing procedures (under applicable standards) necessary to perform audits, reviews or compilations of clients financial statements. Staff Accountants are responsible to apply specialized education in the fields of accounting and auditing with the application of professional independent judgment and skepticism, including, but not limited to the following:

Be familiar with Firms policies, procedures, forms, and online research tools
Participate and provide input in planning meetings to help determine audit risks and develop substantive testing plans; perform substantive testing of account balances which support client financial statements to determine reliability of those financial statements
Use acquired relevant understanding of applicable standards along with the Firms quality control policies and procedures to apply professional judgment in the preparation and development of workpapers to support work completed during an audit or review.
Assess prior year engagement (if applicable) and evaluate based on audit risk determinations made during the planning stages to execute the engagement plan in various areas including, but not limited to, cash, receivables, inventory, fixed assets, accounts payable, accrued expenses, revenue, and expenses
Become proficient with firm software including ProSystem fx Engagement, SMART Practice Aids, and IDEA
Responsible for monitoring actual time versus budgeted time for areas of responsibility
Work with clients and other team members to ensure information is delivered, received and addressed in a timely manner to complete the engagement while applying specialized training for the industry
Identify and communicate issues that arise to the engagement team in a timely manner; communicate status of work appropriately
Accurately document the execution of specific review and audit procedures performed
Conduct oneself professionally as a representative of the Firm
Bring potential opportunities to the team or Partners attention
Maintain and apply a healthy level of professional skepticism to help identify and deliver proper reporting and opinions on financial statements as applicable
Additional Responsibilities:

Continue to work towards advancing technical knowledge and working knowledge of GAAP, PCAOB, GAAS and other relevant professional standards, as applicable
Keep current on professional pronouncements (i.e. FASB/ASC pronouncements)
Maintain annual CPE requirement
Properly track and charge time to appropriate codes (engagement, work-codes, etc.)
Skills:

Timely communicate to all members of engagement team and appropriate client personnel
Help identify and recruit quality candidates
Working beyond standard hours is expected throughout the year
Travel to client sites is expected and will vary; typically ranges from 20-30% of the time
Additional responsibilities, not listed above may be expected as needed
Basic technology skills, with proficiency in Excel, Word & PowerPoint required
Must have strong written and verbal communication skills and be able to listen effectively
Work well under pressure and with a team; able to meet deadlines with accuracy
Excellent analytical, organizational and problem solving abilities are a must
Ability to work independently and exercise professional judgment while applying specialized proficiencies of a trained accountant
Team player with desire to be an active participant within the organization
Flexibility and openness to work on a variety of assignments; able to multi-task
Ability to learn processes quickly and be able to apply to engagements
Have a strong desire to maintain a client service approach focused on exceeding expectations in all areas
Qualifications:

BS/BBA/MS in Accounting from an accredited College or University
Must be eligible to sit for the CPA Exam
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status)
0-3 years of relevant experience
Marcum LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Marcum LLP does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, national origin, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification under the law.
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Marcum LLP is one of the largest independent public accounting and advisory services firms in the nation, with offices in major business markets throughout the U.S., as well as Grand Cayman, China and Ireland.
Headquartered in New York City, Marcum provides a full spectrum of traditional tax, accounting and assurance services; advisory, valuation and litigation support; and an extensive range of specialty and niche industry practices. The Firm serves both privately held and publicly traded companies, as well as high net worth individuals, private equity funds and hedge funds, with a focus on middle-market companies and closely held family businesses. Marcum is a member of the Marcum Group, an organization providing a comprehensive array of professional services.
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