Senior Audit Associate, EBP

Background/Work Experience Required:
The ideal candidate will have experience within a Public Accounting firm and have expertise in all aspects of external audit. To be considered, candidates should have:
? Minimum of 3 - 5 years experience in Public Accounting
? Solid understanding of industry specific audit issues relating to Employee Benefits Plans and attest services in any of the following areas: financial statement audit, regulatory compliance, due diligence, process and controls, or assertions and agreements
? General knowledge of FASB regulations, and GAAP
? Demonstrated progress toward obtaining CPA certification
? A Bachelor?s degree in Accounting
? Ability to travel on a limited basis

Interpersonal Skills/Characteristics:
? Must have the ability to perform with little direct supervision, and respond to tight deadlines
? Must have the ability to consult effectively, and become recognized as a valued resource, both by clients and within the Firm
? Demonstrates the highest ethical and professional standards as outlined by FASB and the Firm
? Communicates in a direct and respectful manner with external contacts and internal resources

Responsibilities and Duties:
As part of the audit team, the Senior Associate will be responsible for:
? Leading the team through the entire audit process
? Preparing all necessary financial statements and related disclosures and reportable conditions letters, with an eye on quality, thoroughness and accuracy
? Developing an understanding of client?s business, and becoming a functional expert in the area
? Monitoring and reporting regarding the productivity of staff, and adherence to work plan schedules on each assignment
? Keeping abreast of latest developments as they affect GAAP and firms standards and policies
? Keeping abreast of industry developments and their effects on client competitive position
? Anticipating and addressing client concerns, and escalating problems as they arise
? Recognizing and informing senior management of opportunities to increase level and types of services to clients
? Ensuring professional development through ongoing education and obtaining additional certifications as appropriate


RSM McGladrey, Inc. is a leading provider of tax and business consulting. McGladrey & Pullen, LLP (a CPA firm owned by its individual partners) provides assurance services. Though separate and independent legal entities, RSM McGladrey and McGladrey & Pullen work together to serve clients' business needs. They are members of RSM International, the sixth largest worldwide association of consulting and CPA firms (source: International Accounting Bulletin).

RSM McGladrey, Inc. and McGladrey & Pullen, LLP have an alternative practice structure. Though separate and independant legal entities, the two firms work together to serve clients' business needs.

For consideration, please submit your resume to our online career center at:
http://autohire.careershop.com/mcgladrey&pullen/JobSearch/JobView.asp?JobAd_ID=890152