Assurance Director

Marcum LLP offers a great career with exceptional benefits. There’s a lot to think about when it comes to launching your accounting career. At Marcum, we offer you a world of opportunity, a highly competitive salary, exceptional benefits, flexible work options, and industry-leading technology, all within an environment that values your contributions and supports your professional growth. At Marcum, eligible associates receive a benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and transit benefits, as well as paid time off, a 401(k) plan with an employer contribution, and a profit sharing plan. Essential Duties: Coordinate various phases of engagements, budget time and expenses, manages time of staff and monitors actual performance against budget, review work papers for accuracy, efficacy, completeness, and review financial statements for suitability of presentation and adequacy of disclosures. Oversee audit planning, field work, and audit reporting; prepare reports, and communicate findings and recommendations to management. Performs a thorough self-review of work papers. Reviews work for technical soundness and alignment with GAAP. Examine and evaluate financial and information systems, recommending controls to ensure system reliability and integrity Inspect account books and accounting systems for efficiency, effectiveness, and use of accepted accounting procedures to record transactions Write content to be included in the Firm’s newsletters and/or industry publications by contributing with research and writing projects, or other media. Represent the firm by presenting on areas of expertise at 3rd party events Interview clients’ staff to ensure recording of transactions and compliance with laws and regulations Effectively plan multiple engagements simultaneously, managing operations and revenue, and delegates to and supervises associates. Considered a primary resource of technical knowledge and demonstrates sound knowledge of topics through a broad range of experiences Makes decisions and solves problems effectively and efficiently using the Firm’s resources, experience, and an analytical approach. Demonstrates initiative, resourcefulness, creativity, and independent thinking Possess the desire and ability to maintain positive client relationships and cross sell the firm's other services. Develops personal network within business activities, within the community, and other service lines. Initiates risk management strategies and tactics. Identify and communicates areas of exposure to risk and participates in discussions to mitigate the risk. Ensure quality control procedures are being executed. Additional responsibilities: Displays willingness to participate in Firm marketing and recruiting activities. Keep current on professional pronouncements. Cultivate effective relationships with client and staff. Proactively and effectively participate in performance management processes Possesses the ability to manage people and functions through the following skills, but not limited to coaching, decision making, problem solving, strategy & planning, delegation, leadership, and team building Communicate engagement needs to the client Recognize extended service opportunities Proactively participate in professional development opportunities, such as Career Counseling Maintain annual required CPEs Travel to client sites is expected (exceptions during a pandemic) and will vary; typically ranges from 10-15% of the time and is usually local. Additional responsibilities, not listed above may be expected as needed Qualifications: BA/BS/MS in Accounting from an accredited college or university (minimum of 150 college credits earned before start date) Must be a CPA, CISSP, or other industry relevant designation 8-11 years of relevant public accounting experience preferred Education or experience in data mining preferred; SEC reporting experience preferred Basic technology skills with proficiency in Excel, Word & PowerPoint required. Ability to interact with clients, all levels of staff and colleagues in a professional fashion with a customer service approach. Knowledge of accounting principles and auditing/tax standards to effectively supervise staff and solve engagement problems. Strong verbal and written communication skills and be able to listen effectively Effective time management, organizational, and analytical abilities. Flexibility and openness to work on a variety of assignments, able to multi-task. Ability to learn processes quickly and be able to apply to jobs. Work well under pressure and with a team; able to meet deadlines with accuracy Marcum LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer Marcum LLP does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, national origin, color, religion, gender, gender identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification under the law. Are you a search or recruiting firm interested in becoming a preferred recruitment agency? Click here to learn more. Marcum LLP is one of the largest independent public accounting and advisory services firms in the nation, with offices in major business markets throughout the U.S., as well as Grand Cayman, China and Ireland. Headquartered in New York City, Marcum provides a full spectrum of traditional tax, accounting and assurance services; advisory, valuation and litigation support; and an extensive range of specialty and niche industry practices. The Firm serves both privately held and publicly traded companies, as well as high net worth individuals, private equity funds and hedge funds, with a focus on middle-market companies and closely held family businesses. Marcum is a member of the Marcum Group, an organization providing a comprehensive array of professional services. Are you a search or recruiting firm interested in becoming a preferred recruitment agency? Click here to learn more.