Staff Audit Accountant – Financial Audit Compliance

Job Description

Staff Audit Accountant | Jobot

The Tone:
This is a full-time, hybrid remote role for a Staff Audit Accountant, located in Columbus, OH. Jobot is a firm dedicated to delivering high-quality financial and compliance audits across various industries. This role is crucial for ensuring client compliance with IRS regulations, identifying financial risks, and contributing to the continuous improvement of audit processes.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid, Columbus, OH
• Pay: $60000–$75000 yearly
• Mission: Ensure compliance with IRS regulations, evaluate financial information for discrepancies, and identify potential risk areas within client financial operations.
• Tech Stack: Accounting software, Microsoft Office Suite, Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Audit Compliance: Conduct internal and external audits to ensure compliance with IRS regulations and company policies.
• Financial Analysis: Evaluate financial information for discrepancies and irregularities, creating detailed reports of findings.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risk areas within financial operations and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Reporting & Tax: Prepare financial statements, reports, documentation, and assist with tax planning and the preparation of tax returns.
• Process Improvement: Provide guidance and support to junior staff, contribute to the continuous improvement of audit processes, and liaise with external auditors.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with core domain knowledge in auditing, accounting, IRS regulations, and risk management principles.
• Experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience in auditing, accounting, or a related field, with a proven track record of success in managing audits and financial analysis.
• Skills: Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel), excellent analytical skills, strong written and verbal communication skills, exceptional attention to detail, and strong organizational skills.
• Bonus: A Master’s degree or CPA certification.