Company Overview Founded in 1969, MBAF is ranked nationally as a Top 40 accounting and advisory firm and has been named one of the Best of the Best firms in the country by INSIDE Public Accounting for many years running. And in 2017 and 2018, MBAF ranked as a Best Place to Work and #8 Largest Hispanic-Owned Business by the South Florida Business Journal and an Accounting Today Best Accounting Firm to Work . Because we are committed to creating an engaging and supportive workplace for our employees, we are especially honored to hold these titles. More than 600 highly qualified employees serve domestic and international clients across a broad range of industries and practices from our offices across the country. We offer a complete portfolio of services including assurance, tax and accounting, advisory, private client wealth, and technology consulting. We are known for our expertise, reputation, hands-on service to our clients, and commitment to our community. Our Culture As a firm we work hard but also know how to play hard too! As an MBAF family, we attend sporting events which include baseball, basketball, football, and hockey for our local teams. In addition, we get together for "Happy Hour" (it's more than just an hour) throughout the year. Wear our MBAF shirts for bowling nights. We have internal clubs like The Women of MBAF, Emerging Leaders, etc. We are also good community citizens as we are heavily involved in various non-profit initiatives with a strong desire to give back. Some of these events include beach clean-ups, Feeding South Florida, Back to school Drive, amongst other functions. Our Holiday parties are the talk of the town, every year tops the year before! We believe in developing and mentoring our employees as for selfish reasons, we want you to stay! Therefore, we invest in you by tapping into your growth potential. Skies the limit at MBAF! Position Summary As an Audit Staff at MBAF, your primary responsibility will be to work with the engagement team in order to resolve technical issues to meet engagement objectives. The Audit Staff will interact with members of the team at all levels, ranging from intern to senior management, as well as client personnel, to communicate issues encountered throughout the audit. Responsibilities Verify various client financial records by following GAAP. Review business transaction cycles including cash, treasury, capital expenditures, and other income and expenses Work with audit team to identify and resolve client issues discovered during audit process. Assist in researching financial statements and audit- and tax-related issues utilizing databases, and employ audit software to review and compile financial information. Analyze accounting records to determine financial status of clients and prepare financial reports concerning operating procedures. Prepare reports for management concerning scope of audit, financial conditions found, and source and application of funds. Develop ideas to assist clients with operational and control opportunities. Work to develop relationships with clients, including involvement in networking and business development activities. Qualifications and Requirements Bachelor or Master's in Accounting or related field CPA or eligibility to sit is highly desirable Strong academic track record (minimum GPA of 3.0) Relevant work experience preferred (ie internships, summer positions, school jobs) Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills Strong judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment Work additional hours as needed and travel to various client sites if needed Benefits The perks of being an MBAF employee go far beyond the basics of a typical accounting firm. MBAF's staff can enjoy flexible work schedules with competitive salaries. We also provide Tuition Reimbursement to assist with your financial burden. We offer Learning and Development programs through our MBAF University. You will get to enjoy healthy snacks which include fresh fruit, an assortment of mixed nuts, as well as a variety of drinks - all day every day. Healthy meals catered on daily basis during busy season on us. Our benefits include healthcare coverage, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, 401K plan, paid transportation and parking (varies by office), and generous Paid Time Off (PTO) as well as Paid Holidays. "At MBAF, we strive to create a supportive and enjoyable work environment for our employees because we understand that they are our greatest strength," said Tony Argiz, CEO and Chairman of MBAF.