Audit Staff Accountant

Audit Staff AccountantJob Type: Full-timeSTATUS: Salary exemptJOB POSTING:  We are hiring a Staff Accountant in our Audit Division to join the team at our Nampa or Ontario office. We were voted one of Idaho’s Best Places to Work three years in a row - this means that we care about culture, work-life fulfillment, and we have some fun along the way!WHAT WE OFFER:• Competitive salaries & benefits• Opportunities for career growth & development• Access to the top – work directly with Senior Leaders• Flexible work arrangement options to help you balance work, life, and familyOUR CORE VALUES: Principled, Authentic, Intentional, DeterminedOUR MISSION: To glorify God by using our knowledge, skills, and talents to develop our employees to be leaders assisting the business community in growing healthy, strong organizations.SUMMARY:Assist with planning and performing compilation, review, and audit engagements in accordance with professional standardsAssist in the preparation of financial statements, reports, and related audit documentationSupport firm quality control and compliance processesDemonstrate a strong understanding of accounting and auditing principles while maintaining confidentiality and ethical standardsSUPERVISION: Works under the direct supervision of Senior, Supervisor and/or Client ManagerPOSITION DETAILS:1. Meets performance objectiveConsistently meets billable and total time targetsAchieves an annual realization goal of 88% or moreMeets the annual learning requirement and participates in coaching conversations with supervisor2. Possesses technical knowledge of accounting and tax principlesDemonstrated ability to identify, research, evaluate, and process technical information provided through review notes and is a proactive problem solver Demonstrates a pattern of growth and development, learns from mistakes & avoids repeating errors3. Manages workflowPrepares neat and organized financial statements with minimal review notesPrepares accurate and well documented audit reports and workpapers with minimal review notes Follows directions, determine when more information is needed, asks clear and concise questions to gain understanding and clarity and regularly communicate with Pod Lead on Job progress, workflow and stale projects4. Actively engages in the work of an accounting professionalWillingness to work additional hours, as needed, through peak seasons and in the weeks leading up to critical department deadlinesParticipates in Nichols events, trainings, staff meetings and town hall sessionsAbility to convey a professional message in verbal and written form5. Knowledge of Microsoft operating systems and applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams), ability to learn new systems quickly6. Demonstrate understanding and clarity of Nichols structure, values, mission and focus7. Other duties as assignedEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:  Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field requiredCoursework in auditing or assurance preferred, but not required0-5 years’ experience in accounting or audit related roles, including internships or practicumFoundational understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting gained through education or work experiencePHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, including extended hours of sitting and the ability to lift and maneuver client files or folders, up to 20 pounds.SALARY: $55,000 - $75,000, DOE.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, including extended hours of sitting and the ability to lift and maneuver client files or folders, up to 20 pounds.Nichols provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.