Overview Job Title: Audit Partner of SEC clients in AsiaReports to: Managing PartnerJob Summary: The Audit Partner is responsible for the applicaiton of his/her expert knowledge of accounting and auditing to determine the financial status of the firm's client companies.Hours Required: 40 hrs +FLSA Status: ExemptLocation: Houston, Beijing or ShenzhenMajor Duties & Responsibilities Provide relevant auditing and accounting knowledge to serve mostly Asian-based companies that are listed in the U.S stock exchanges or going through U.S. IPOs and ensure audit teams deliver professional, timely, relevant audit details in a clear and concise format and in conformance with standard auditing proceduresRetain clients of the firm by ensuring the performance of the audit team performs to the standards of the client and standard auditing proceduresContinuously review performance of audit team and resolve discrepanciesTrain and mentor audit staffParticipate in training and professional development programs, business development and professional recruitingPrepare reports and presentations as requiredParticipates in strategic planningEngages in a teamwork approach, showing flexibility in assignment of clients and firm administrative functions to achieve firm goalsLead the firm's marketing and business development efforts to attract new clients through attendance at various seminars or conferences or any related meetings with referral sources and clientsPerform other duties as assigned and/or as necessaryRequirements & Qualifications The successful candidate will possess the following basic qualifications:Excellent project management, analytical, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.Strong leadership, training, and mentoring skillsAbility to thrive in a dynamic team environmentProfessionalism, dependability, integrity and trustworthiness combined with a cooperative attitude.Highly motivated self-starter with ability to multitask and work under pressure for long hours in a target driven environmentDedicated to superior client serviceStrong organizational skills and attention to detailThe successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:10 years of recent work experience in the field of accounting with increasing responsibility, preferably as an auditor at a Big Four or national/regional public accounting firm (i.e. Audit Partner or Senior Manager role at a Big Four firm or national/regional firm)Fluent in English and Mandarin, or Japanese is preferredProficiency in Microsoft Office software programs, including spreadsheet programs (i.e. Excel)SEC audit experience and experience serving Asian-based companies a mustDemonstrated supervisory experience with strong communication and excellent client and project management skillsMarketing and business development skills are not required but encouragedKnowledge of FASB regulations, GAAP and GAASAdvanced working knowledge of technical literatureEducation and Licenses Bachelor's degree in accounting or related fieldAdvanced degree is highly desirableCPA certification (active) required#J-18808-Ljbffr