Experienced Staff Auditor

Hauser Jones & Sas is hiring for an Experienced Staff Auditor in the Bellevue office.
The Staff Auditor assists with multiple operations of the audit practice area and delivers quality services that increase the firm’s reputation.
They are responsible for documenting internal operating controls, processes and practices.
They will suggest changes and enhancements to existing policies and controls to make sure they are current, adequate, functional and utilized in accordance with standards established by the government and the company.
The ideal candidate is motivated and interested in learning, with competency in technical skills, excellent time management skills and accuracy in work quality, along with a working knowledge of GAAP.
Job Description: Participates in the engagement planning process Performs detailed audit procedures on financial statement account balances, prepares and adjusts work papers from clients’ trial balance Researches accounting issues Recognizes potential problem areas in specific engagements and discusses them with engagement supervisor Identifies potential management letter comments Assists with more complicated segments of audit and accounting engagements Assumes full responsibility (under supervision) for preparation of compiled and reviewed financial statements Drafts audited financial statements, including footnote disclosures Performs other accounting, auditing, and consulting duties as needed in engagements and as assigned by supervisory personnel Will gain exposure to preparing tax returns and may assist with preparation as necessary Qualifications and Education Requirements Bachelor’s degree in accounting and licensed CPA, or CPA eligible Well-rounded knowledge of GAAP, and knowledge of Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), Government Auditing Standards (GAS Yellow Book) and Generally Accepted Governmental Accounting Standards (GAGAS) is a plus Proficiency in use of computers and computer accounting software programs, preferably CCH Profx Engagement Analytical skills with detail orientation and ability to multi-task Good oral and written communication skills Good time management and organizational skills Preferred Skills One to three years’ audit experience in the commercial, governmental, non-profit sectors or benefit plan audit experience a plus; public accounting and tax experience preferred but not required.