SPS Consulting is looking for a technically savvy, open-minded individual with a drive to succeed in joining our growing Audit & Accounting team. Do you like the idea of shaping the future of the firm’s growing practice by being a key part of the system of quality management? We are actively seeking a manager who can become a director to help lead our audit and accounting practice. The position can become an Audit & Accounting Director by demonstrating sound judgement and ethics, along with exceptional technical and personal skills. Here are a few competency expectations for this position:
Assurance
Applied understanding of GAAP, GAAS, SSARS, and quality management standards
Manage all aspects of client engagements: People, Process, Outcome
Direct audit, review, and compilation engagements, including the timeline, budget and staffing assignments
General
Identify and resolve problem areas or issues
Understand and adhere to professional standards for CPAs
Exhibit effective, results-based delegation and oversight skills
Education Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or Economics or equivalent experience
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Qualifications
At least 8-10 years of public accounting experience
Big 4 experience a plus
Highly motivated with the desire to grow and develop
Strong attention to detail
Interest in building collaborative relationships, striving to find the best possible solutions
Knowledge of accounting and tax software
Ability to travel, as needed for client engagements (mostly local)
Willingness to participate in business development activities (guidance and training will be provided)
Legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship
Why work here?
Careers aren’t one-size-fits-all. We’ll partner with you to shape a path that fits your strengths and interests. When you’re engaged, you do your best work—and what’s best for you is best for us.
The firm has been growing every year since our founding, offering stability and ongoing (personalized) growth opportunities for our team members.
Initiative is rewarded! If you have a new project idea that you believe would benefit the firm, we want to hear it.
We take our bonding opportunities very seriously – from happy hours to firm-sponsored vacations to enviable locations, like beachfront Jamaican resorts and all-inclusive Cancun properties. It’s these deep connections among our team members that create unparalleled bonds and team spirit, both in the office, and outside of it, ensuring we can collaborate effectively to create amazing results for our clients.
Our firm is team-first, which means that you can rely on your teammates (at all levels) for support in solving problems, learning new skills, and meeting deadlines. You don’t need to worry about outperforming the person across the hall. When you win, we all win.
We love to learn and to share that knowledge – with each other and our clients. Asking and answering questions is encouraged.
We know the importance of investing in our people – our firm supports your professional development through in-house leadership training, professional conferences, and firm reimbursements for professional organizational dues.
We want excellence – and we’ll help each other achieve it. We don’t just churn out work; we make sure the work we complete is done correctly, following a best practice approach.
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Numbers & Facts
Location
Gaithersburg, MD
Job Type
Full-time
Industry
Accounting and Auditing Services
Company Size
50 to 99 employees
Year Founded
1996
Website
http://www.spsconsult.com
Benefits
Military Leave, Paid Sick Days, Parking, Prescription Drug Coverage, Professional Development, 401K, Employee Referral Program, Life Insurance
About Company
SPS Consulting is a company of experts committed to delivering high-quality services and solutions that exceed our customers’ expectations for quality, responsiveness, and performance. We focus on Accounting and Financial Support Services, IT Solutions, Program Management, and Professional Services to Federal, State, and Local Governments as well as Commercial Clients, and Non-Profit Organizations. Our firm is well-equipped to handle any obstacles that stand between your company and success.
Skills
Accountingunmatched
Auditingunmatched
Best Practicesunmatched
Bond Marketunmatched
Budgetingunmatched
Business Administrationunmatched
Business Developmentunmatched
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)unmatched
Conferencesunmatched
Consultingunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Economicsunmatched
Financeunmatched
Financial Auditunmatched
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)unmatched
Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS)unmatched
Identify Issuesunmatched
Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Public Accountingunmatched
Quality Managementunmatched
Quality Metricsunmatched
Systems Administration/Managementunmatched
Tax Accountingunmatched
Tax Softwareunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Technical Researchunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Training/Teachingunmatched
Willing to Travelunmatched
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