Audit Staff Accountant

Job Description

2027 Audit Staff Accountant | UHY-US

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at UHY-US, located in Newburgh, NY. UHY is one of the nation’s largest professional services firms providing audit, tax, consulting, and advisory services to clients primarily in the middle market. This pivotal role involves providing high-quality audit and assurance services, assisting in the planning and execution of engagements to ensure client financial statements are accurate and compliant with relevant regulations and standards.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Newburgh, NY
• Pay: $76500 yearly
• Mission: Assist in the planning, execution, and completion of audit engagements to ensure client financial statements are accurate and compliant with relevant regulations and standards.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Audit Execution: Participate in the planning and execution of audit engagements, meticulously documenting work performed, findings, and conclusions.
• Financial Statement Analysis: Analyze financial statements, disclosures, and supporting documentation to identify potential issues and assess accounting principle application.
• Internal Controls Assessment: Evaluate internal control systems and processes to identify weaknesses and assist in developing recommendations for enhancements.
• Client Communication: Collaborate professionally with client personnel to obtain necessary information and documentation, maintaining positive relationships.
• Reporting and Documentation: Contribute to the preparation of accurate audit reports and prepare supporting workpapers that substantiate audit findings and conclusions.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in accounting, or a Master’s degree in accounting or taxation; Entry-Level career.
• Experience: Actively pursuing the required education and credits to qualify for the CPA exam, with the intention of obtaining CPA licensure.
• Skills: Understanding of relevant accounting principles and auditing standards; ability to perform financial statement analysis and internal controls assessment; clear documentation and reporting skills; professional communication for client and team interaction.
• Bonus: Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher; actively working towards achieving CPA licensure or relevant certification; responsible for completing the minimum CPE credit requirement.