The Audit Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day execution of a comprehensive Firm wide internal auditing strategy, function, and practice adhering to auditing standards and regulatory requirements. Supports auditing teams with resources, training, expertise, and problem-solving help to complete auditing projects. The Supervisor uses auditing governance frameworks and procedures to plan and manage the auditing schedules, projects, teams, and tasks required to meet defined objectives. Additionally, they prepare audit reports, documentation, and recommendations for enhanced controls or processes.
Essential Functions:
Professional Competence and Technical Knowledge
- Be familiar with the regulations and professional ethics of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the Missouri Society of Certified Public Accountants (MSCPA), the State Board of Accountancy and the firm.
- Be familiar with the pronouncements of the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and the AICPA, such as the Statements on Auditing Standards.
- Display a high level of professional competence, technical expertise and experience in the auditing and accounting field.
- Display good project management skills in order to handle multiple engagements, tasks, and responsibilities effectively.
Client Service and Relationships
- Demonstrate ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with clients.
- Demonstrate ability to develop a deep understanding of the unique aspect of the client businesses and industries beyond just accounting.
- Demonstrate ability to identify issues and recommend solutions for complex client situations.
- Demonstrate overall commitment to outstanding client service and client retention.
Team Development
- Foster an environment of team work on engagements and within the firm.
- Demonstrate ability to coach and mentor staff to develop their professional and business knowledge and skills.
- Provide staff with honest, objective, and constructive feedback in a timely manner.
- Participate in recruitment and training of staff.
Practice Management and Firm Profitability
- Manage individual productivity and engagements to meet firm goals.
- Comply with firm practice management procedures and systems.
- Recognize opportunities to provide additional services to current clients or obtain new clients and demonstrate ability to pursue these opportunities.
Recognize opportunities to provide new and innovative products and services and demonstrate ability to develop these opportunities.
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Personal Growth
- Represent the firm and promote its image by actively participating in professional and community service organizations.
- Pursue opportunities designed to improve understanding of assigned areas of responsibility, technical knowledge, and overall business knowledge.
- Display executive presence and business acumen in all situations.
- Display effective verbal and written communication skills.
Qualifications and Skills:
- A minimum of a master’s degree
- Be a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite and Adobe software platforms.
- Word processing, use of spreadsheets, email, document management and calendaring programs is required.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, with a focus on delivering high-quality results.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Analytical mindset with problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Performance Expectations:
- Adhere to all firm policies and procedures, as outlined in the Associate Handbook.
- Be pleasant, courteous, and helpful with staff and clients.
- Be efficient and organized when carrying out tasks.
- Maintain a neat and organized work environment for maximum efficiency and productivity.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of all client and business transactions.
- Effectively manage numerous tasks and projects.
- Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrate a professional attitude and support a teamwork-oriented environment.
- Develop positive working relationships with clients and co-workers.
Must have exceptional attendance.
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Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift 25 – 50 pounds at times.
- Travel, both overnight and during the day, is required.
- Extended hours are required at certain times throughout the year, depending on client needs.
Keep in mind that the specific responsibilities and requirements of the Audit Supervisor may vary depending on the Firm's specific needs.
WK provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
