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Job Description The Assurance Experienced Senior will coordinate the day‑to‑day "in‑charge" duties of planning, fieldwork, and "wrap‑up". Responsibilities include preparing financial statements with disclosures, applying GAAP as necessary, documenting, validating, testing, and assessing control systems. The candidate acts as the client contact for basic questions and may be involved in reviews and agreed‑upon procedure engagements.
Responsibilities Control Environment
Apply knowledge of factors affecting policy effectiveness or risk mitigation.
Serve as Auditor in charge, ensuring fieldwork execution, timetable adherence, policy compliance, and budget oversight.
Apply transactional flow knowledge to audit work.
Document, validate, and assess internal control effectiveness.
Communicate internal control improvements and accounting procedure enhancements.
Supervise audit staff work and explain shortcomings.
GAAP
Apply governing principles to client transactions and document application.
Understand and communicate financial statement disclosure requirements.
Identify and apply new pronouncements to client situations.
Discuss alternative GAAPs with senior management.
Identify complex accounting issues and seek resolution.
SEC and PCAOB
Apply knowledge of SEC regulations and PCAOB guidelines and document application.
Review clients’ SEC filings for accuracy and completeness, ensuring support in workpapers.
Prepare required communications to Client and Audit Committee.
Plan and execute Section 404 internal control audit, design test plans, evaluate deficiencies, and assess overall control environment.
GAAS
Apply professional standards knowledge and document professional standards application.
Formulate and communicate the audit plan.
Apply GAAS to complex issues and consult others as appropriate.
Apply audit skepticism and determine testing scope.
Use BDO audit manuals as appropriate.
Document deviations from BDO policy with approval.
Seek opportunities to improve internal controls and draft required communication.
Methodology
Apply BDO standards guiding effective and efficient delivery of quality services and products.
Use BDO audit approach, methodologies, tools, and technology to execute audit with quality and efficiency.
Identify and propose outcomes for critical issues.
Research
Employ methodology to seek or maintain information from authoritative sources and draw conclusions.
Use internal and external research tools and select methodology for routine requests.
Research complex accounting areas and form independent opinions on treatment, document impact.
Organize findings in a usable format using Accounting Research Manager, BDO Assurance Manual, Yahoo Finance, etc.
Assist engagement manager with gathering adequate information for audit strategy.
Project Management
Coordinate timing of planning, fieldwork, and review with audit team and client and assist engagement executives in developing the audit engagement budget.
Develop draft Audit Engagement Planning Memorandum, audit programs, and budgets.
Establish responsibilities of individual audit staff for specific audit work.
Monitor and report engagement budget to actual, advise potential overruns.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervise a team of audit professionals (1 to 5). Provide verbal and written performance feedback to associates. Coach associates to provide on‑the‑job learning.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Statistics, required.
Or Bachelor’s degree in other focus area and CPA certification, required.
Master’s degree in Accountancy, preferred.
Experience
Three (3) or more years of prior relevant audit experience and/or public accounting, private industry accounting or consulting/professional services experience, required.
Prior basic supervisory experience, preferred.
License/Certifications
Eligible to sit for the CPA exams upon starting employment, required, and actively pursuing completion of the exams, required.
CPA, preferred.
Software
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, preferred.
Experience with assurance applications and research tools, preferred.
Language
N/A
Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Possess proven solid verbal and written communication skills.
Possess people development and delegation skills.
Possess executive presence – needs to be primary client contact.
Ability to "in‑charge" all stages of the audit, including planning, fieldwork, and "wrap‑up".
Ability to perform the completion of an audit of a complex company.
Ability to prepare and/or review financial statements with disclosures in accordance with GAAP requirements.
Salary Ranges California: $95,000 – $135,000 Colorado: $80,000 – $105,000 Illinois: $85,000 – $100,000 Maryland: $92,000 – $110,000 Minnesota: $80,000 – $92,000 New Jersey: $96,000 – $103,000 NYC/Long Island/Westchester: $80,000 – $115,000 Ohio: $80,000 – $92,000 Washington: $85,000 – $105,000 Washington DC: $92,000 – $110,000
About Us Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career—you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world.
At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization.
BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well‑being. The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions.
We Are Committed To Delivering Exceptional Experiences To Middle Market Leaders By Sharing Insight‑driven Perspectives, Helping Companies Take Business As Usual To Better Than Usual. With Industry Knowledge And Experience, a Breadth And Depth Of Resources, And Unwavering Commitment To Quality, We Pride Ourselves On
Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients
Empowering team members to explore their full potential
Our talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunities
Celebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirs
Focus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities
BDO Total Rewards that encompass so much than "benefits." Click here to find out more!
Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets
Click here to find out more!
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
"BDO USA, P.A. is an EO employer M/F/Veteran/Disability"
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Assurance Experienced Senior
role at
BDO USA
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Job Description The Assurance Experienced Senior will coordinate the day‑to‑day "in‑charge" duties of planning, fieldwork, and "wrap‑up". Responsibilities include preparing financial statements with disclosures, applying GAAP as necessary, documenting, validating, testing, and assessing control systems. The candidate acts as the client contact for basic questions and may be involved in reviews and agreed‑upon procedure engagements.
Responsibilities Control Environment
Apply knowledge of factors affecting policy effectiveness or risk mitigation.
Serve as Auditor in charge, ensuring fieldwork execution, timetable adherence, policy compliance, and budget oversight.
Apply transactional flow knowledge to audit work.
Document, validate, and assess internal control effectiveness.
Communicate internal control improvements and accounting procedure enhancements.
Supervise audit staff work and explain shortcomings.
GAAP
Apply governing principles to client transactions and document application.
Understand and communicate financial statement disclosure requirements.
Identify and apply new pronouncements to client situations.
Discuss alternative GAAPs with senior management.
Identify complex accounting issues and seek resolution.
SEC and PCAOB
Apply knowledge of SEC regulations and PCAOB guidelines and document application.
Review clients’ SEC filings for accuracy and completeness, ensuring support in workpapers.
Prepare required communications to Client and Audit Committee.
Plan and execute Section 404 internal control audit, design test plans, evaluate deficiencies, and assess overall control environment.
GAAS
Apply professional standards knowledge and document professional standards application.
Formulate and communicate the audit plan.
Apply GAAS to complex issues and consult others as appropriate.
Apply audit skepticism and determine testing scope.
Use BDO audit manuals as appropriate.
Document deviations from BDO policy with approval.
Seek opportunities to improve internal controls and draft required communication.
Methodology
Apply BDO standards guiding effective and efficient delivery of quality services and products.
Use BDO audit approach, methodologies, tools, and technology to execute audit with quality and efficiency.
Identify and propose outcomes for critical issues.
Research
Employ methodology to seek or maintain information from authoritative sources and draw conclusions.
Use internal and external research tools and select methodology for routine requests.
Research complex accounting areas and form independent opinions on treatment, document impact.
Organize findings in a usable format using Accounting Research Manager, BDO Assurance Manual, Yahoo Finance, etc.
Assist engagement manager with gathering adequate information for audit strategy.
Project Management
Coordinate timing of planning, fieldwork, and review with audit team and client and assist engagement executives in developing the audit engagement budget.
Develop draft Audit Engagement Planning Memorandum, audit programs, and budgets.
Establish responsibilities of individual audit staff for specific audit work.
Monitor and report engagement budget to actual, advise potential overruns.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervise a team of audit professionals (1 to 5). Provide verbal and written performance feedback to associates. Coach associates to provide on‑the‑job learning.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Statistics, required.
Or Bachelor’s degree in other focus area and CPA certification, required.
Master’s degree in Accountancy, preferred.
Experience
Three (3) or more years of prior relevant audit experience and/or public accounting, private industry accounting or consulting/professional services experience, required.
Prior basic supervisory experience, preferred.
License/Certifications
Eligible to sit for the CPA exams upon starting employment, required, and actively pursuing completion of the exams, required.
CPA, preferred.
Software
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, preferred.
Experience with assurance applications and research tools, preferred.
Language
N/A
Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Possess proven solid verbal and written communication skills.
Possess people development and delegation skills.
Possess executive presence – needs to be primary client contact.
Ability to "in‑charge" all stages of the audit, including planning, fieldwork, and "wrap‑up".
Ability to perform the completion of an audit of a complex company.
Ability to prepare and/or review financial statements with disclosures in accordance with GAAP requirements.
Salary Ranges California: $95,000 – $135,000 Colorado: $80,000 – $105,000 Illinois: $85,000 – $100,000 Maryland: $92,000 – $110,000 Minnesota: $80,000 – $92,000 New Jersey: $96,000 – $103,000 NYC/Long Island/Westchester: $80,000 – $115,000 Ohio: $80,000 – $92,000 Washington: $85,000 – $105,000 Washington DC: $92,000 – $110,000
About Us Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career—you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world.
At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization.
BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well‑being. The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions.
We Are Committed To Delivering Exceptional Experiences To Middle Market Leaders By Sharing Insight‑driven Perspectives, Helping Companies Take Business As Usual To Better Than Usual. With Industry Knowledge And Experience, a Breadth And Depth Of Resources, And Unwavering Commitment To Quality, We Pride Ourselves On
Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients
Empowering team members to explore their full potential
Our talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunities
Celebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirs
Focus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities
BDO Total Rewards that encompass so much than "benefits." Click here to find out more!
Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets
Click here to find out more!
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
"BDO USA, P.A. is an EO employer M/F/Veteran/Disability"
#J-18808-Ljbffr