JOB SUMMARY

As an Audit Paraprofessional, you will play a crucial role in providing essential support to our audit teams. Your attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to accuracy will contribute to the successful execution of audit engagements, enabling our clients to maintain transparent and compliant financial reporting.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Assist audit teams in preparing and organizing documentation, workpapers, and audit evidence for review and analysis
• Collaborate with senior auditors to perform substantive testing, control testing, and other audit procedures
• Compile financial data, transactions, and relevant information for audit analysis
• Assist in performing analytical procedures to identify trends, anomalies, and potential issues
• Maintain accurate and organized audit documentation, ensuring it aligns with firm and regulatory standards
• Assist in the preparation of audit reports and communications to clients
• Utilize audit software and tools to input data, extract reports, and facilitate audit processes
• Contribute to maintaining and updating electronic audit files
• Assist audit teams in conducting research on accounting standards, regulations, and industry practices
• Compile relevant information to support audit findings and recommendations
• Liaise with audit team members to provide updates on progress, share insights, and address inquiries
• Maintain open and effective communication within the audit team
   

Ensure the accuracy and completeness of documentation and work prepared, highlighting any discrepancies for review by senior auditors

• Participate in training and development opportunities to enhance technical knowledge and skills in auditing and accounting

Supervisory responsibilities

• None

Work environment

• Work is conducted in a professional office environment with minimal distractions

Physical demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and performing work in front of a computer screen for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at a time

Travel required

• Travel may be frequent and unpredictable, depending on client’s needs

Required education and experience

• Pursing a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• 0 – 1 year of relevant experience

Preferred education and experience

• Actively working towards achieving CPA licensure or relevant certification, if not already attained
• Responsible for completing the minimum CPE credit requirement

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the colleague for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

WHO WE ARE

UHY is one of the nation’s largest professional services firms providing audit, tax, consulting and advisory services to clients primarily in the dynamic middle market. We are trailblazers who bring our experience from working within numerous industries to our clients so that we can provide them with a 360-degree view of their businesses. Together with our clients, UHY works collaboratively to develop flexible, innovative solutions that meet our clients’ business challenges. As an independent member of UHY International, we are proud to be a part of a top 20 international network of independent accounting and consulting firms.

WHAT WE OFFER

POSITIVE WORK ENVIRONMENT

Enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment where teamwork is valued.

ATTRACTIVE COMPENSATION PACKAGES

Our compensation is competitive and tailored to reflect the role, qualifications, and expertise of each individual.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE

Access comprehensive benefits including group health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and generous paid time off (PTO) allowances.