Smith & Howard

Tax, accounting, and advisory services firm

Assurance Senior - Employee Benefit Plans

AuditingPosted on Nov 12

Full-timeAtlanta, GA, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources Management, or another relevant degree program.
Two to five years of public accounting experience or payroll and benefits experience is preferred.
A CPA license or human resources certification is encouraged but not required.
Strong basic knowledge of accounting procedures and/or employee benefit plans is required.
Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, team environment is required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is required.

Responsibilities

Lead and support audits for defined contribution pension plans, defined benefit pension plans, and health plans.
Lead and oversee staff through compliance testing on various types of defined benefit plans.
Communicate with clients to understand engagement expectations and develop long-term relationships.
Identify problem areas and client issues and propose solutions to managers and partners.
Identify value-added suggestions from audits and reviews for client use.
Stay aware of developments and pronouncements, research technical issues, and participate in internal training as appropriate.
Participate in staff and intern recruiting activities.
Occasional travel for new client setup, conferences, or training is expected; regular travel to the office or client sites is not required.

Desired Qualifications

Two to five years of public accounting experience or payroll and benefits experience.

Assurance Senior – EBP
Do you want a career without limits? Do you want to shape your own future and be surrounded by people who listen? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you at Smith + Howard.

Smith + Howard is a family of companies that offers tax, audit, accounting and advisory and wealth management services. We are headquartered in Atlanta with a national reach, while still offering a local firm flavor.

We offer competitive pay, excellent training opportunities and great benefits. You can help influence our culture and have the support and dedication from our leaders to help you achieve your career goals. Smith + Howard provides a great opportunity for professional growth and advancement within one of Atlanta’s top accounting Firms.

If you are ready to make a career move and join a firm consistently named an “AJC Top Work Place” and a “Best of the Best Firms” (Inside Public Accounting), we invite you to complete our employment application.

Summary
In our Assurance role, your primary focus will be on Employee Benefit Plan audits, while providing clients across a variety of industries with quality services and personal attention. This will include assisting in planning the audit approach, preparing supporting workpapers, and overseeing staff. This is an excellent opportunity to specialize in a high-demand service line and contribute to a growing practice. Remote options are available.

Essential Functions

Lead and support audits for defined contribution pension plans, defined benefit pension plans, and health plans
Lead and oversee staff through compliance testing on various types of defined benefit plans
Listen and communicate effectively with clients to learn engagement expectations and develop long-term relationships
Identify problem areas and client issues and propose solutions to managers and partners
Identify value added suggestions from audit and reviews for client utilization
Be aware of developments, pronouncements, and research technical issues, and participate in internal training as appropriate.
Participate in staff and intern recruiting activities

Position Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance, Human Resources Management, or other relevant degree program
Two to five years of public accounting experience or payroll and benefits experience, preferred
CPA license or HR certification encouraged but not required
Strong basic knowledge of accounting procedures and/or employee benefit plans
Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, team environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Regular travel to office or client sites not required, but occasional travel for new client setup, conferences, or training is expected

About the Company

Smith & Howard

Tax, accounting, and advisory services firm

Smith & Howard provides tax, accounting, advisory, and audit services for individuals and growing businesses with national reach anchored by an Atlanta headquarters. It helps clients with tax planning and compliance, financial reporting, audits, and strategic guidance through specialists focused on US and global business needs. The firm differentiates itself through personal, responsive service and a culture of client care supported by a team of high-caliber professionals. Its goal is to create value for clients, employees, and the community by growing careers and helping owners navigate tax and business challenges with expert guidance.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Atlanta, GA
Founded: 1971

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