Experienced Staff Auditor

About the position

We are currently seeking Experienced Staff Auditors to join our Harrisburg 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