Audit Senior - Washington, DC

Job Summary

• Active Security Clearance
• Well rounded Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), Government Auditing Standards (GAS Yellow Book) and Generally Accepted Governmental Accounting Standards (GAGAS) a plus.
• Proficiency in use of computers and computer accounting software programs
• Good oral and written communication skills

Essential Functions

• Perform diversified accounting, auditing, and consulting assignments under the direction of supervisor, manager/director, and partner
• Plan and organize audits; communicate with client management regarding timing of fieldwork and client assistance levels; and communicate effectively with client to receive information necessary to complete the engagement with a minimum of disruption to client
• Supervise staff during audits which includes directing and instructing assistants, where applicable, in performing work and reviewing work papers
• Perform the broadest range of auditor tasks so that direct participation of supervisors, managers/directors or partners is kept to a minimum
• Assume responsibility for all aspects of audit fieldwork; meets time constraints and client deadlines
• Assure that the audit work papers contain collaborating evidence to support the objectives
• Study and evaluate clients’ internal controls
• Assign work to staff members on the basis of their knowledge and capabilities
• Prepare audit reports, including all relevant disclosures
• Support training of staff auditors and assist managers in development of staff to provide a high level of capability and competence
• Research increasingly complex accounting issues
• Possess creativity in evaluating audit and accounting service procedures and recommend improvements in those systems
• Supervises multiple engagements simultaneously
• Prepares other reports, projects, and duties as may be assigned
• Looks for opportunities to provide additional services to clients
• Develops network of referral sources through active involvement in professional and civic organizations