What to expect when you join the Sikich family
Team members at Sikich have a lot in common while also being part of a rich and diverse group of contributors, creating a distinct and thriving culture. Chief among our commonalities is a desire for growth and a shared unity of purpose in our professional lives. We believe that through diverse perspectives, challenging the status quo, and rewarding action, we accelerate innovation and drive growth – for our clients, for ourselves, and for our communities.
Do you want to work with other skilled practitioners and serve clients in a way that makes a difference? Are you seeking a supportive environment backed by a deep and extensive set of skillsets? Are you ready to make an impact and be acknowledged for your contributions? If you answered yes to these questions, we see a mutually beneficial and gratifying relationship on the horizon!
What will you do in this role?
- Organize, analyze, and interpret large volumes of data.
- Troubleshoot complex accounting and financial issues in the entity’s accounting system of record, identify the root cause of the issues, and provide short-term and long-term solutions.
- Review and evaluate financial reporting and accounting transaction processes, including controls related to financial reporting.
- Apply accounting standards to financial transactions and report to Cotton & Company management and client personnel as appropriate.
- Oversee and review work performed by other staff and interact with Cotton & Company managers and partners.
- Develop and sustain solid relationships with client personnel and identify opportunities to provide additional services.
Specific requirements are as follows:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or in a related field with a minimum of 24 hours in accounting coursework, as well as the 150 hours of total coursework required to obtain a CPA license.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or CPA candidate required, advanced degree highly desired.
- A minimum of four years’ experience performing financial management services for federal entities, focusing on federal financial reporting and/or auditing, or similar experience in public accounting.
- Experience with or knowledge in applying regulations and standards for financial reporting.
- Experience in preparing, reviewing, and analyzing financial statements or key line items of financial statements preferred.
- Experience with the Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Access).
- Ability to communicate effectively with groups such as clients, peers, and management.
- Ability to obtain and/or maintain a U.S. federal security clearance.
About Sikich
Sikich is a global company specializing in technology-enabled professional services. With employees across the globe, Sikich ranks as one of the largest professional services companies in the United States. Our comprehensive skillsets, obtained over decades of experience as entrepreneurs, business owners, and industry innovators, allow us to provide insights and transformative strategies to help strengthen every dimension of our clients’ businesses.
Our team members enjoy expansive benefits ranging from competitive compensation and insurance options to wellness programs and a flexible time off policy, to name only a few.
Some examples of our many benefits:
- Sikich maintains a Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy. We encourage every full-time employee, as your role permits, to utilize paid time off (personal time, mental/physical health care, vacation, sick leave, etc.). FTO is activated on your first day with our organization.
- Sikich will also recognize paid holidays during the year and strives to permit employees to have time off the last week of the calendar year when client and project work permits.
- Sikich offers a comprehensive wellness program to engage, challenge and empower team members to take responsibility for their wellbeing.
Sikich is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.
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