Senior Auditor - StaffBuffalo

Senior Auditor

Are you an experienced auditor with a strong background in accounting and financial management? This Senior Auditor role, offering a salary range of $59,000 - $66,000/year, is a fantastic opportunity to apply your auditing expertise while managing complex financial reports and overseeing crucial auditing work for a civic organization. If you have a passion for financial analysis, attention to detail, and a proven track record of working independently, this role is ideal for you!

As a Senior Auditor, you will be responsible for independently performing audits on a variety of financial processes, including payroll, special claims, revenue receipts, and departmental expenditures. You will also lead the planning and preparation of detailed financial reports, ensuring compliance with auditing standards and regulations. This position offers exciting room for growth, with the potential to expand into additional roles as part of a growing team.

This is an on-site, in-person in Buffalo, New York. 

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and participate in pre-auditing payrolls and time reports for employees.
• Instruct payroll clerks on proper payroll preparation procedures.
• Conduct audits on special claims, revenue receipts, and expenditures.
• Develop and implement accounting procedures for new agencies, grants, and special projects.
• Revise and improve existing financial systems and procedures.
• Conduct field examinations on private books and records related to agreements, leases, or contracts.
• Prepare and submit financial records and statistical data to local, state, and federal offices.
• Perform audits on police and fire department pension payrolls.
• Pre-audit purchase orders, contracts, and department orders to ensure compliance with legal and financial guidelines.
• Operate personal computers and financial software for reporting and analysis.
• Perform related duties as required.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in Auditing or Accounting with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, or
• 5+ years of experience in Auditing or Accounting with an Associate’s Degree in Accounting
• Strong knowledge of general accounting principles and auditing techniques.
• Experience preparing and reviewing complex financial reports and statements.
• Ability to plan, supervise, and organize the work of others.
• Proficiency with financial software and personal computers.
• Ability to understand and interpret financial data and written material.

Education:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, including or supplemented by 24 credit hours in Accounting/Auditing, is required; plus 3+ years of Accounting experience, or
• An Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, including or supplemented by 15 credit hours in Accounting/Auditing, is required; plus 5+ years of Accounting experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance is a plus.
• Experience managing or supervising audit teams is a plus.

Additional Requirements:

• Must live in the City of Buffalo, or move to the City of Buffalo within 6 months of hire.

Benefits:

• Generous Health Insurance / or Healthcare Allowance
• PTO
• Generous Retirement

The advertised pay range represents what we believe at the time of this job posting, that our client would be willing to pay for this position. Only in special circumstances, where a candidate has education, training, or experience that far exceeds the requirements for the position, would we consider paying higher than the stated range.

First time working with a Recruiter? No problem! We make the process as smooth and straightforward as possible. Communication is key – to get started, all we need from you is an updated resume and some time to chat. Our team will get to know and your future career goals. Throughout the process, we will provide resume feedback, schedule and prepare you for interviews, provide client feedback, and coach you through the offer stage.

StaffBuffalo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, or unfavorable discharge from military service.

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