What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experienced Audit Senior Associate position at DOZ?
Dauby O'Connor & Zaleski, LLC (DOZ) is an audit, tax, and consulting firm focused almost exclusively on affordable housing. Since 1987, DOZ has grown and evolved to serve the changing needs of this sector. Our nationwide client base includes owners, operators, investors, and managers of affordable housing that come to us for our knowledge, on-time delivery, and exceptional client service. We put our expertise squarely behind organizations working to create more equitable communities, nationwide.
This position is located in our Carmel office with the option to work remotely one day per week, as per company policy.
Responsibilities:
- Be responsible for all phases of financial statement preparation for a variety of real estate owners, operators, investors, and managers located throughout the country.
- Work directly with various engagement teams throughout the interim period to complete required compliance testing and prepare for busy season, with the opportunity to travel to clients' offices.
- Develop client relationships by providing timely and unmatched client service, exceeding client expectations.
- Assist in managing, developing, and mentoring professional staff and interns.
- Effectively delegate responsibilities to others and monitor efforts of teams, when appropriate.
- Collaborate with other seniors, managers, and leaders in the firm in workflow management and development of personnel.
- Successfully research complex issues, apply findings to projects in a practical manner, and clearly communicate those findings to both clients and internally.
- Additional responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in accounting or an advanced degree from an accredited university in accounting
- CPA credentials or ability to display progress toward completion of the exam
- Minimum 2 years of prior Audit experience
- Experience with HUD, Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), Affordable Housing, and Excel strongly preferred
- Must have a strong sense of ownership for delivering high quality service
- Excellent team building and workflow management skills
- Candidate must be able to maintain a calm demeanor in stressful circumstances
- Candidate must be flexible and comfortable working in a team-oriented and collaborative management environment
- Hours required during peak season (60-70 hrs/week)