Audit Senior ~ DC based and TS/SCI eligible

Job Details

Level: SeniorJob Location: Washington DC Office - Washington, DC 20016Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $90,000.00 - $112,000.00 Salary/yearTravel Percentage: Up to 25%

Who we are

At McConnell Jones, we aim to be a catalyst for positive growth fostering an environment where unique perspectives come together to enhance client solutions. As the largest majority African American-owned and controlled public accounting firm in the U.S., we pride ourselves on the quality of our work, the tenure of our clients, and our own diversity—nearly two-thirds of our people are from an ethnically diverse background. The diversity of our people empowers the diversity of our client solutions, as captured by the firm’s tagline, Diverse Thinking | Unique Perspectives.

Our Mission: To foster an environment where unique perspectives come together to enhance client solutions.

Our Vision: To be a catalyst for positive growth through the power of diverse thinking.

Our Values: Creativity, Inclusion, Transparency, Accountability

 

Position is located in Washington D.C.  Must hold a current TS/SCI Security Clearance.

What you will do

The Audit Senior will perform audit duties for State and Local Government (SLG) or Not For Profit or Federal audit engagements. Will have knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS)/Yellow Book and Government Auditing Standards (GASB).

 

• 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 auditors which includes directing and instructing staff, where applicable, in performing work and reviewing work papers.
• Perform the necessary tasks to reduce the direct participation of supervisors, managers/directors or partners.
• Assume responsibility for managing fieldwork, budgets and client deadlines.
• Assure that the audit work papers contain corroborating evidence to support the objectives.
• Review and evaluate clients’ internal controls.
• Assign work to staff members on the basis of their knowledge and capabilities.
• Review financial statements and ACFR and 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 complex accounting issues and provide manager/director with possible solutions.
• Evaluate audit and accounting service procedures and recommend improvements in those systems.
• Supervise multiple engagements simultaneously.
• Perform other projects and duties as may be assigned.
• Actively seek opportunities to provide additional services to clients.
• Develop network of referral sources through active involvement in professional and civic organizations.
• Coaching staff, evaluating performance, providing on-the-job training, and counseling employees to strengthen knowledge/skills/development.  Preparing personnel evaluation forms as required/requested.
• As part of our compliance program, all team members are required to follow industry leading data and system security practices.

What you will need

• Bachelor’s degree and pursuing CPA track with eligible accounting credits.
• Minimum 3 years of experience (public accounting experience preferred).
• Either holds a cu