Audit Principal

The Principal will oversee a variety of audit and other assignments as designated by the Partner. The Principal should function with minimal supervision, with primary emphasis on technical review, engagement supervision, mentoring, and consistent delivery of high-quality work.

Responsibilities

Assume responsibility for assigned audit engagements and technical review responsibilities, including planning, staffing, timing, technical issues, review comments, documentation quality, and timely completion of assigned work; conduct thorough technical engagement reviews, including financial statements, audit workpapers, significant audit areas, documentation of conclusions, and resolution of complex technical matters; supervise and mentor professional staff, including guiding them in technical areas and identifying professional development opportunities; apply technical knowledge to identify and support high value-added opportunities for existing Firm clients; support the Firm's technical reputation through internal training, client trainings, technical discussions, publications, or similar activities; maintain and strengthen relationships with existing clients; enhance skills in the Firm's focus industries through training courses; support office and Firm profitability by managing time efficiently, supervising staff, and resolving review matters timely

Requirements

Bachelor's degree, preferably in accounting or finance (advanced degree is a plus); minimum of 15 years of public accounting audit experience, and/or appropriate balance of education and work experience; CPA license is required; experience reviewing complex project-level or fund-level audits is preferred; advanced technical understanding of auditing and accounting standards applicable to complex project-level and fund-level audit engagements; ability to identify, research, resolve, and clearly document technical audit and accounting matters; ability to communicate complex audit, accounting, and review matters clearly and professionally; intellectual curiosity and commitment to technical excellence; strong technical, professional, and supervisory judgment, including assessing audit risks and challenging conclusions; ability to perform detailed technical reviews with strong attention to documentation, consistency, and financial presentation; strong organizational and follow-through skills; ability to prioritize a fast-paced, varied workload; ability to accept feedback and collaborate in a team-oriented environment; strong computer skills, including solid Microsoft Office (particularly Excel) and report writing tools; professional demeanor with co-workers and clients; ability to meet internal Firm deadlines; available to work evenings and weekends based on position needs and to travel domestically if required

Nice to have

Advanced degree; experience with any of the following: Affordable Housing, Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), Opportunity Zones (OZ), Renewable Energy Tax Credits (RETC), Historical Tax Credits (HTC), Housing and Urban Development (HUD), New Markets Tax Credits (NMTC), Real Estate, Developers, Partnerships, Housing Authority (HA), Public Housing Authority, Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI), Community Development Entity Certification Applications (CDE), Property Compliance, Nonprofit, Single Audit, Uniform Guidance, A-133, Forecasting, Cost Segregation, Year 15 Exit, Tax-exempt bond and HOME programs

Benefits

Increased number of paid holidays per year; competitive salaries with continuous review of market conditions; flexible working hours and work arrangements; remote and hybrid opportunities; strong growth opportunities; competitive benefits package; 401(k) package with firm profit-sharing; discretionary annual bonuses for eligible positions and CPA bonus plan; emphasis on quality work-life integration; dress for your day policy; resources of a national firm; opportunities to engage with Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and affinity groups; medical, dental, vision, paid time off, life/disability insurance, commuter flex accounts