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Audit Associate

SSC HR Solutions · Other

Position Summary

Seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Audit Associate to join its Audit & Assurance team. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with audit seniors, managers, and partners to deliver high-quality audit and assurance services to a diverse client portfolio, including not-for-profit organizations and other entities. ( It would be preferable

To be a girl )

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with planning, executing, and completing financial statement audits in accordance with applicable professional standards and firm methodology.
  • Develop an understanding of clients’ industries, operations, accounting systems, internal controls, and regulatory environments.
  • Prepare clear, complete, and properly cross-referenced audit workpapers that document the procedures performed, evidence obtained, and conclusions reached.
  • Perform audit procedures over the accounts.
  • Trace selected transactions to invoices, contracts, bank statements, general ledger activity, and other supporting documentation.
  • Assist with substantive testing, analytical procedures, cutoff testing, subsequent-events procedures, and financial statement tie-outs.
  • Identify missing support, inconsistencies, unusual transactions, and potential audit issues and communicate them promptly to the senior or manager.
  • Assist with preparing client request lists, open-item lists, confirmation requests, and professional client correspondence.
  • Monitor assigned work against engagement deadlines and communicate delays or challenges promptly.
  • Record time accurately and keep the audit binder current so that it reflects the work completed.
  • Draft audit findings, recommendations, and client communications under the guidance of senior team members.
  • Maintain compliance with firm policies, independence requirements, confidentiality standards, and quality-control procedures.
  • Participate in firm training and actively develop technical accounting, auditing, documentation, and professional communication skills.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
  • Understanding of basic accounting principles and financial statements.
  • Interest in developing knowledge of U.S. GAAP and U.S. auditing standards.
  • Strong attention to detail, organization, and time-management skills.
  • Ability to prepare clear documentation and follow audit instructions.
  • Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and respond constructively to review comments.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
  • Prior audit, accounting, or internship experience is preferred but not required.

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