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Senior Auditor (4489)
Metairie, LA
IDj-4489Posted 9/6/2024

Senior Auditor/ Audit Sr Manager Job Description

 

 

OVERVIEW OF ATHENA: 

ATHENA Consulting is an award-winning staffing firm serving state and local governments. Our mission is to make lives better! We make our Clients’ Lives Easier by engaging and supporting our clients and partnering with them to be the most knowledgeable staffing partner. We make our Employees’ Lives Better by identifying and cultivating their talents and matching these talents with our customers’ needs. ATHENA places a high value on customer service, accountability and getting the job done. 

 

POSITION SUMMARY: 

 Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Auditor to join our locations listed below. The Senior Auditor will be responsible for executing day-to-day audit activities, managing audit engagements, and ensuring compliance with both internal and external requirements. This role involves working closely with clients and team members to deliver high-quality audit services, preparing complex financial reports, and identifying opportunities for additional services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in public accounting, excellent communication skills, and a high degree of professionalism.  The salary range for this position is $71,000 - $153,000, depending on experience and qualifications

 

Locations:

Louisiana: Baton Rouge, Covington, Houma, Metairie

Texas: Houston

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
·       Execute day-to-day activities of audit engagements for various clients.
·       Conduct audits using a team approach, coordinating with tax and advisory team members as needed.
·       Efficiently manage assurance team members, including planning engagements, coordinating with clients, reviewing team members' work, and assessing performance.
·       Maintain long-term client relationships through regular contact and engagement.
·       Ensure compliance with internal audit methodology, risk management, and regulatory requirements.
·       Identify and communicate accounting and auditing matters to managers and partners.
·       Recognize opportunities to provide additional services to new or existing clients.
·       Prepare complex financial reports, including statements, footnotes, and supplemental information.
·       Research complex accounting topics, form conclusions, and present findings to clients.
·       Coach and develop fellow staff members, including interns and senior associates.
·       Assist in the development and training of new staff and participate in recruiting for future hires.
 

Required Skills/Abilities: 

·       Working knowledge of GAAP, SAS, and audit procedures.
·       Proficiency with computer audit applications and technology.
·       Strong oral and written communication skills, with a professional approach to client interactions.
·       Ability to manage multiple engagements simultaneously while maintaining consistency and accuracy.
·       Ability to interact effectively with staff and clients’ internal accounting staff and business owners.
·       Willingness to participate in firm activities contributing to community philanthropic efforts.
·       High degree of professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality.
·       Presentation skills necessary for confidently presenting at audit committee meetings, industry or trade associations, and office events.
 

Education and Experience: 

·       Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
·       CPA certification preferred.
·       3-5 years of public accounting experience with a national or regional firm, specifically in an Assurance Department at either the Staff or Senior level.

 

Physical Requirements: 

·       Frequent use of hands, wrists, and fingers associated with computer equipment.
·       Required to sit for extended periods of time.
·       Occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
·       Normal visual acuity, ability to talk and hear.
·       Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.  

 

Successful ATHENA employees will display the following characteristics: 

  • You strive to be the best in your field currently and in the future. 
  • You like to make your employer look good. 
  • You find solutions, where others only see problems. 
  • You are proactive, you make and meet commitments, and you perform your duties exceedingly well. 
  • You are aware of the employer’s needs at all times and are well-versed in what you personally and ATHENA can offer them as a whole. 
  • You have the ability to work with diverse, integrated, deliverable-driven teams to accomplish the larger mission. 

  

The benefits of working for ATHENA include: 

·        Competitive salary and PTO policy.
·        Paid holidays.
·        Excellent medical, dental, and vision plans.
·        Life insurance.
·        401(k) plan.  

The statements in this Job Posting are intended to describe the general nature and minimum level of work required.  The content should not be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required to meet the criteria for this position.  Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Application for employment is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment and if hired, employment with the company is on an at-will basis and could be terminated at the will of either party. 

ATHENA Consulting LLC does not discriminate in hiring based on federally protected classifications to include but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other characteristics protected by law.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. 

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