Experienced Staff Auditor

About the position

We are currently seeking Experienced Staff Auditors to join our State College office. Successful candidates will enjoy minimal out of town travel and great work-life balance. Maher Duessel offers quality experience working with well known clients, as well as a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Display a strong work ethic and ability to interact with clients and other firm employees
• Stay informed of current developments relevant to the government and non-profit industries
• Communicate to audit team leader the audit status and issues encountered while performing assigned tasks
• Identify potential risks and bring them to the attention of the Senior Auditor, Audit Supervisor or Manager
• Contribute ideas/opinions to the engagement and listen/respond to other team members' views
• Work independently without the daily supervision of the Senior Auditor, Audit Supervisor or Manager
• Accept assignments by audit area(s) and complete assignments in a timely manner
• Examine procedures used in the past and attempt to enhance audit techniques
• Understand and prepare basic financial statements
• Recognize a need for increased amount of overtime to complete assigned tasks and assist audit team in completing engagements
• Actively work towards passing the CPA exam

Requirements

• Should have sat for at least two parts of the CPA exam
• Have demonstrated an ability to communicate with the client
• Have demonstrated an ability to work independently
• Proficiency of Microsoft applications (e.g. Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
• Proficiency of firm technology, including the use of Caseware, RIA Checkpoint, and CCH
• Ability to adapt to job requirements, including some travel
• Reliable transportation
• Adaptability to work schedule, including hours beyond the standard work day as needed
• Minimum of 1 year of accounting experience