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Posted: 07/16/20242024-07-162024-12-05Employment Type:Direct PlacementJob Category:Accounting and Finance LeadershipJob Number: 16647
Job Description
Adaptive Solutions Group is a premier provider of information technology personnel. We provide a variety of technical professionals available for contract, contract to hire, or direct placement positions to companies in and around the Kansas City and St. Louis areas.
We are currently looking for an Audit Manager to join our team.
Responsibilities
Assume full responsibility for planning, supervising, and managing all phases of the firm’s regular services for clients
Lead the decision-making process for assigned engagements and clients; keep the engagement Partner fully informed of significant decisions, engagement process, the client’s situation, and potential concerns
Develop a responsible and trained team through assistance in recruiting, planning assignments, resolving problems, providing direct consultation to staff, evaluating staff performance, and acting as a discussion leader in professional development programs
Evaluate internal controls and prepare and communicate recommendations
Review attestation workpapers in sufficient detail and provide feedback to staff
Follow engagement process through monitoring time budgets and deadlines, communicate essential developments to the engagement Partner along with facts, conclusions, and recommendations, and providing ongoing attention to client management
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Accounting or related degree, accounting preferred
CPA required
Personnel management experience required
Public accounting experience
7+ years of audit experience preferred
Experience with tax preparation and review services is a plus
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong client service skills with the ability to interact with all levels of management
Detail-oriented; strong planning and organization skills; ability to make decisions
Ability to multitask and handle several engagements at a time
Resourceful in recognizing technical problems and developing solutions
Awareness of current developments affecting area of expertise
Advanced technical knowledge of audit, accounting, and other relevant concepts
Experience with financial statement preparation, audits, reviews, and compilations
Knowledge of FASB standards, GAAP, and GAAS
Adaptive Solutions Group offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, STD/LTD, life insurance coverage, 401k, paid vacation and holidays.
Adaptive Solutions Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.
Job Description:
Walk me through a typical day?
Leading an Audit team of 5-6 individuals through a busy seasons of Audit. Assume full responsibility for planning, supervising, and managing all phases of the firm’s regular services for clients. Lead the decision-making process for assigned engagements and clients; keep the engagement Partner fully informed of significant decisions, engagement process, the client’s situation, and potential concerns.
Tools & Technology used? CCH Pro (would be a plus), Microsoft
Team Size & Structure? 3-5 Team members under this manager at a time.
Project Details:
Why is the position open? This department did a reconfiguration and this is an additional headcount need. In addition they had to let go a Audit Manager that was hired in because they were not the right fit for the role. This is why there are 2 openings.
Typical Work Week (Hours, Shifts, Flex Time, Work from home etc.)? Monday- Friday 8-5.
First 6 months 100% onsite/ After 6 months 2 day remote
Any OT expected / required? Yes durning busy seasons
Any Travel? No
Dress Code / Attire? Business Casual
Interview Process:
How many steps to the process? 3 Interviews - First step is to take the 16pf personal assessment test. This will be followed up with an in person interview with 2 partners. In addition they may be asked to meet with another partner and a principal. (9 partners total at this firm)
How long has the job been open? 2 weeks
Have you done any other interviews? Yes, currently interviewing two people to go through the first round interview
Where have other candidates fallen short? Not having the public accounting experience and not wanting to obtain CPA if they do not already have it.
If I showed you a resume today, how quickly could you speak with them? Very quickly
If the interview goes well, how quickly can you hire & onboard them? They will be ready to onboard as soon as candidate is selected.
Other criteria:
Certifications/Clearances (Government): CPA
Degree or Education: Bachelors
Are there any specific companies the candidates should have experience from? Public Accounting