Description:
External Audit Senior Associate
Crowe Horwath LLP
Livingston, NJ

Why Crowe?
Crowe Horwath LLP is one of the Top 10 public accounting and consulting firms in the United States. With more than 20 offices and more than 2,500 personnel, Crowe is recognized by many organizations as one of the country's best places to work. Crowe serves clients worldwide as a leading independent member of Crowe Horwath International.

At Crowe, we strongly endorse an open door policy. Our executives are approachable and accessible across the entire organization. Our team-based culture encourages executives to be in touch with our professionals and active on client projects. The executives of our company lead by example, maintain a strong two-way channel of communication with their teams. We strive to create an environment that is relaxed, fun, dynamic and fulfilling. Our team-based culture has not only resulted in successful projects, but in long lasting friendships as well. Overall, our people find their career choices to be highly rewarding and fulfilling.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

In the role of External Audit Senior Associate your primary responsibility will be to incharge financial statement audit engagements. These engagements primarily involve large banks, thrifts and credit unions. You will consult with senior client management about accounting and auditing standards impacting financial institutions; plan and review audit engagements; organize and execute audits; and be responsible for client coordination. Desire to work in a high growth; fast paced environment is critical for your success. Senior Manager status can be quickly achieved for those that contribute well to organizational success.

REQUIREMENTS
Bachelors Degree in Accounting.
CPA and advanced credentials a plus
Must possess strong technical skills and comfort level with banking software
Minimum of 2 years experience in external audit for consideration for External Audit Senior Associate position. Financial Services and SEC audit experience are a plus.
Must possess abilities and aptitudes to contribute to strategic planning using creative thinking. Must be energized, driven, and goal oriented.
Strong verbal and written communications with co-workers will be important. Must be adept at problem solving. Successful candidates will be solutions oriented and have excellent analytical skills.
We value coaching and team building skills. You must be able to work independently and move projects forward. However, you must also be highly motivated and able to work in a team environment. Your ability to manage employee relationships effectively and efficiently will be some of the keys to your success with Crowe.
Must demonstrate a history of meeting deadlines while producing a quality product to sell and deliver the service. If you typically accept challenge and responsibility, then we'll want to talk to you.

EOE
M/F/D/V