Supervising Senior Audit - Irvine, CA

Core Responsibilities

• Supervise teams of staff accountants and review staff deliverables for accuracy while providing feedback and guidance
• Participate in planning and lead the day-to-day execution of the audit according to auditing standards
• Identify accounting issues and propose strategies to resolve them
• Identify areas of potential process improvement for clients and recommend best practices
• Think creatively to discover innovative solutions to engagement efficiency and effectiveness
• Build strong relationships with client personnel and serve as the client's primary contact where appropriate
• Exhibit a high degree of professionalism and ethical conduct

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related major required
• CPA License or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a license
  • Having passed all four parts of the CPA exam is strongly preferred.
• Must successfully pass a background check.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States full-time.

Essential Functions

• Prepare high-quality work products for supervisor review.
• Prepare returns for more complex NFP.
• Demonstrate an understanding of increasingly complex tax concepts.
• Respond to inquiries from the IRS and other tax authorities.
• Build and maintain good client relationships.

Experience

• 2-3+ years of relevant work experience.
• Not-for-Profit experience is preferred.
• Exhibit leadership skills that demonstrate strong judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Experience in construction, technology, manufacturing/distribution, and/or transaction services is preferred. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Effectively utilize firm audit software and research tools to continually learn, share knowledge, and enhance the quality of service to clients.
• Effective time management and organizational skills, including supervising more than one engagement at a time.
• Can work independently and manage multiple assignments in a dynamic environment.
• Participate in training, recruiting events, and firm activities.
• A strong technical aptitude for accounting skills with proficiency in US GAAP and GAAS.
• Ability to learn in a fast-paced environment and receptive to feedback and coaching.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize responsibilities, and take the initiative on projects.
• High attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in a professional setting.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in English.
• A positive attitude and a team player mentality, willing and eager to assist others with a can-do spirit.
• Is committed to delivering the highest level of client service and willing to go the extra mile to meet deadlines.

Working Conditions

• Ability to work overtime and weekend hours during peak busy periods to meet deadlines and partner and client expectations.

Health

• Comprehensive 401(k) matching program.
• Choice of HMO or PPO medical plans available.
• Generous discounts are available under some plans for drugs and/or eye prescriptions.
• Comprehensive vision plans available.
• A choice of HMO or PPO dental plans.
• Funded life insurance plans covering death/dismemberment. Additional coverage is available for purchase.
• Flex spending plans available.
• Gym membership subsidy.

Happiness

• Casual dress environment.
• Substantial professional development through ongoing training (an accredited employer with the AICPA and the ACCA).
• A training department is dedicated to all your learning & CPE continuation needs.
• Subsidized CPA examination fees & spot bonus.
• Paid time off to study for the CPA.
• Competitive compensation packages.
• Generous paid time off policies.
• Diverse client base to inspire and challenge you.
• Mentorship opportunities through our resource group and buddy systems.

Beyond

• Bonus payments for client or employee referrals.
• Targeted kudos program providing firm-wide employee recognition and financial rewards.
• Discounted movie tickets.
• Structured volunteer and community care programs through a dedicated company program.
• A generational task force that welcomes ideas and suggestions to enhance the workplace.
• Structured internship programs to guide future college graduates.
• Partner & director attendance at local college recruiting and class events.

Benefits

• 401(k).
• HMO or PPO Medical.
• Drugs Discount Plans.
• Vision Plans.
• HMO or PPO Dental.
• Life Insurance.
• Flex-spending.
• Gym Membership.
• Casual dress.
• Professional Development.
• CPE continuation training.
• CPA exam fees & spot bonus.
• Paid time off to study CPA.
• Competitive compensation.
• Generous PTO.
• Diverse client base.
• Mentorship opportunities.
• Client or employee referrals bonuses.
• Employee recognition and financial rewards.
• Discounted movie tickets.
• Welcomes ideas and suggestions to enhance the workplace.