Accounting Associate

Job Description Position: Accounting AssociateQualifications & ExperienceCandidates must have a Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or equivalent experience. Should alsohave 2‐5 years of work experience with private or public company. Certified public accountant (CPA) orCertified Internal Auditor (CIA) a plus.Must be self‐ motivated, multi‐tasker and the ability to work in a dynamic fast paced environment.SkillsExemplary proficiency and excellence in accounting and auditing including the following: Intermediate to Advanced computer skills (especially spreadsheet and word processing) Proficient in audit workpaper documentation utilizing audit software Proficient with QuickBooks Ability to work under pressure and meet critical deadlines. Willingness to work flexible schedule during peak periods Dependable and punctual The ability to work independently and in a team environment Ability to execute scheduled audits including planning, preparation, execution, reporting andfollow‐up Develop audit scopes, including risk assessment and evaluation of internal controls Demonstrate high standards of conduct and ethics Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral Ability to establish and build rapport with clientsResponsibilities: Contribute to the design and implementation of audit processes, procedures and methodologies Developing & monitoring customized audit program Planning and performing financial, performance and compliance audits to ensure compliancewith applicable local, state and federal regulations, and generally accepted governmental auditstandards Apply logic and critical thinking processes to identify the strength and weaknesses of alternativesolutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems Prepare Audit & Executive Summary Reports Assist in bookkeeping/write‐up and the preparation of individual and business tax returns forclients in various industries Complete special projects and/ or ad‐hoc projects with minimal supervision and direction Assist with general admin tasks (e.g., answering calls, filing, scanning, copying, running errands)Company DescriptionFull Service CPA Firm located in Atlanta GACompany DescriptionFull Service CPA Firm located in Atlanta GA