Audit Staff Accountant

Direct Counsel is looking for Audit Staff Accountants for a mid-sized accounting firm in Houston, Tx. If you are looking for a firm where you can develop as a professional and where your talents will be recognized and appreciated, then you’ve come to the right place!

Description:

• Become familiar with pronouncements of the Financial Accounting Standards Boards and AICPA
• Obtain exposure to various types of financial statement engagements provided by the firm
• Prepare field work and keep supervisors informed of the engagement status
• Assume responsibility for various segments of audits under supervision
• Communicate auditing matters and problems to Supervisors, Managers, Senior Managers, and Partners
• Work effectively within given budgetary parameters
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of complex accounting and auditing concepts and apply them to various client situations
• Interact with clients to help audit team efficiency
• Acquire a working knowledge of the client’s business and market
• Become oriented with Firm’s practices, policies, and culture

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (Accounting degree preferred) with 150 qualifying hours to sit for the CPA Exam.
• Obtain an overall GPA of 3.0 and a minimum of 3.0 in accounting classes
• Demonstrate written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrate ability to work independently and as a team member.
• One to three years of experience and actively pursuing a CPA license
• Legally permitted to be employed in the United States without requiring a visa or sponsorship

Compensation:

• Highly competitive salary, bonuses, benefits

Job Type:

• Full-time - Hybrid