Senior Assurance Accountant - various locations in NC

Job Description Description:The responsibilities for this key position are:· Developing a command of GAAP, OCBOA, unique or specialized accounting principles and financial statement presentations· Obtaining a thorough understanding of generally accepted assurance standards and common assurance procedures andtechniques· Drafting financial statements and reports in accordance with standards· Assuming responsibility for efficiently supervising both assurance and non-assurance engagements· Effectively communicating with clients to receive information necessary to complete the engagement with a minimum ofdisruption to the client· Demonstrating skills necessary to develop quality client relationships and loyalty· Demonstrating competencies in technical skills, work quality and application of professional and firm standards· Possessing technical knowledge sufficient to train staff accountants· Reviewing staff workpapers, making certain they are appropriate· Performing broadest range of accountant tasks so that direct participation of supervisors, managers, senior managers or partnersis kept to a minimum· Effective communication skills with staff, supervisors and management· Training and instructing assistants in work to be performed· Participating in planning and scheduling of client engagements/assignments· Meeting time constraints and client deadlines· Evaluating performance and providing feedback to staff· Actively pursuing CPA license, if not already obtainedRequirements:- Bachelor's and/or advanced degree- Min. of 3-5 years' experience as a staff accountant- CPA certified or candidate for the CPA exam- Membership in AICPA and NCACPA, as applicable- Proficiency in use of computers and accounting-related software programs- Completion of career development requirements for staff level- Valid driver's license and good Motor Vehicle Record