Audit Staff Accountant
Full Time, Hybrid Remote
Dempsey Vantrease & Follis PLLC is a well-established, mid-sized firm with over 40 years of experience in Middle Tennessee. We have more than 35 team members in our Murfreesboro and Lebanon TN offices. At DVF, we promote work-life balance by offering flexible schedules and hybrid remote work options.
We are seeking an experienced Staff Accountant to join our team and contribute to the continued success of our clients and firm. In this role, you will be part of a team with an open-door policy between the partners and staff.
Purpose of the Job:
The Staff Accountant will assist with the preparation of audit engagements in a variety of industries. In this role, you will maintain key client relationships and serve as a contact for clients providing timely, high quality client service.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
- Perform audit procedures including risk assessments, tests of controls, substantive testing, and sample selection
- Analyze financial statements and records to ensure compliance with GAAP and internal control standards
- Identify control weaknesses and work with management to recommend improvements
- Effectively & actively communicate important and time sensitive matters
- Research and interpret accounting standards and principles
- Prepare clear and concise audit workpapers documenting procedures performed
- Assist in drafting reports to communicate audit findings and recommendations
- Stay updated on audit standards, regulations, and the Firm’s policies and procedures
- Actively participate in recruiting talent to the firm.
- Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality
Qualifications & Requirements:
- 1 to 2 years’ experience in an external or internal audit role preferred
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or working towards completion
- Exhibit leadership qualities and contribute within the firm’s culture and values
- Knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, internal control standards, auditing, and financial reporting functions
- Demonstrate a commitment to accuracy and quality while meeting goals and deadlines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and audit software
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to be self-directed, work with a team or autonomously
- Excellent client development/relationship building skills
- Ability to resolve complex accounting issues
- Ability to travel to client offices in the Middle Tennessee area
- Excellent written, verbal & listening communication skills with clients and team members
- Organizational skills & ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance with 150 hours required for CPA eligibility
Benefits of Working at DVF:
At Dempsey Vantrease & Follis, we value our team and offer an outstanding benefits package in addition to a competitive salary, opportunities for advancement and personal development.
- $1,750 per year HRA
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) with employer match up to 4%
- Paid vacation time
- Paid sick leave
- 9 paid holidays
- New client commission incentive
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $68,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Education:
Experience:
- internal or external audit: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- CPA or working towards completion (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Murfreesboro, TN 37130: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Murfreesboro, TN 37130