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Full Time
Day Shifts
Education & Experience Requirements
Postgraduate Degree
5+ years of experience preferred
Job Description
The Audit Manager will be part of the Audit Team, where enthusiasm and teamwork come first. The manager will lead engagements supported by Partners who will educate, train and promote a great working environment. PKF O’Connor Davies continues to grow its practice and the candidate selected will have room for continued advancement and promotion throughout their career.
Essential Duties:
Oversee the efforts of multiple client engagements, in particular public housing and HUD entities, with the ability to manage budgets.
Maintain active communication with clients to manage expectations, ensure satisfaction, and lead change efforts.
Consult, work with and service client base to make recommendations on business and process improvement.
Understand and manage Firm risk on audits and proposals.
Identify and communicate to management suggestions to improve client internal controls and accounting procedures.
Manage, develop, train and mentor staff on projects and assess performance for engagement and year-end reviews.
Actively participate in recruiting talent for the Firm.
Attend professional development, networking events and training seminars on a regular basis.
Interact with potential clients and work with Partners to create proposals to generate new business.
Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Accounting.
Active CPA license required.
5+ years public accounting experience, specifically with public housing and HUD entities
Significant experience in the industry or technical expertise in financial reporting and GAAP
Excellent analytical, technical, and auditing skills including proficiency in US GAAP and GAAS
Ability to interact with potential clients and generate new business.
Excellent interpersonal skills and strong work ethic.
Ability to research complex accounting and auditing issues.
Excellent communication and computer skills.
Ability to work additional hours as needed and travel to various local client sites via personal car.
PKFODA is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all persons in connection with hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation or other conditions of the employment relationship regardless of race, color, age, sex, marital status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, philosophy/religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, political affiliation or belief, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
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