About this role
CBIZ, Inc. (NYSE: CBZ) is a leading professional services advisor to middle-market businesses nationwide. With industry knowledge and expertise in accounting, tax, advisory, benefits, insurance, and technology, CBIZ delivers actionable insights to help clients anticipate what is next and discover new ways to accelerate growth. CBIZ has more than 9,500 team members across 23 major markets coast to coast.
CBIZ strives to be our team members' employer of choice by creating an environment where team members are appreciated, recognized for their contributions, and provided with opportunities to grow, both personally and professionally, throughout their careers.
Together, CBIZ and CBIZ CPAs are ranked as one of the top providers of accounting services in the United States. CBIZ CPAs is an independent CPA firm that provides audit, review and attest services, while CBIZ provides business consulting, tax and financial services. In certain jurisdictions, CBIZ CPAs operates under its previous name, Mayer Hoffman McCann P.C.
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Essential Functions and Primary Duties
• Lead Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) audit engagements from planning through completion for a diverse portfolio of clients.
• Perform risk assessments and develop audit plans, testing strategies, and procedures to evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls.
• Execute complex audit procedures and ensure engagements are completed in accordance with applicable professional standards and regulatory requirements.
• Review workpapers and audit documentation for accuracy, completeness, and support of conclusions reached.
• Identify control deficiencies, determine severity, and develop and execute remediation testing plans as appropriate.
• Monitor engagement progress, budgets, and timelines while communicating status, risks, and variances to management and clients.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, developing and maintaining strong relationships through responsive and professional service.
• Communicate audit findings, observations, recommendations, and engagement results to clients and firm leadership.
• Provide guidance on internal control matters in support of client service initiatives and advisory opportunities.
• Supervise, coach, mentor, and develop associates and senior associates through ongoing feedback, training, and performance management.
• Participate in the recruitment, onboarding, and development of team members while fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Research technical accounting, auditing, and regulatory issues and develop practical recommendations and solutions.
• Stay current on emerging accounting, auditing, internal control, and regulatory developments through continuing education and professional development activities.
• Identify opportunities to expand services and support business development, networking, recruiting, and community involvement initiatives.
• Demonstrate sound professional judgment, project management skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality client service.
Preferred Qualifications
• Master's degree in Accounting, Accounting Information Systems, Taxation, or related field.
• CPA license or active pursuit of CPA licensure.
• 3+ years of public accounting audit experience, including experience with Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) engagements.
• Experience leading audit engagements and supervising professional staff.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, auditing standards, PCAOB standards, and internal control frameworks.
• Demonstrated leadership, project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience utilizing audit technologies, data analysis tools, Microsoft Excel, and other relevant software applications.
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in Accounting, Taxation or related field preferred • At least 3 years of experience in public accounting or related field • 1 year supervisory experience preferred • CPA candidates preferred • Ability to manage deadlines, work on multiple assignments and prioritize each assignment as necessary • Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of organization, both internally and externally • Proficient use of applicable technology • Must be able to travel based on client and business needs