AUDIT ANALYST SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
Updated: Sep 19, 2024 - The Audit Analyst has experience in the accounting industry, specializing in hospitality, tax, and accounting. This job demonstrates strong communication skills, proficiency in Excel and Word, and familiarity with Fixed Assets terms and tax compliance systems. Additionally, the position is adept at managing multiple projects, conducting tax research, and applying state and local tax regulations effectively.
Summary of Audit Analyst Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume
1. BA in Accounting with 3 years of experience
- Working experience in internal audit and/or accounting control fields.
- Experience with GAAP, GAGAS, FASAB, and SFFAS.
- Understanding of DoD financial management policies, procedures, and systems.
- Knowledge of GAFS-BQ, FM Suite, WAWF, CRIS, EDA, CCaR, and Advana.
- Previous consulting experience with strong communication skills.
- General knowledge of Information Technology, Internal Controls, Cyber Security, and Internal Auditing
- Solid understanding of the financial and payments industry.
- An understanding of generally accepted accounting principles reports and terminology.
- Able to use good judgment in the calculation for the best audit outcome.
2. BA in Finance with 2 years of experience
- Working experience in the Accounting industry
- Experience working in hospitality, tax, and accounting
- Ability to manage track multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
- Ability to adjust to changing priorities and circumstances.
- Proficiency in using Excel and Word plus developing comprehension of other applications in use.
- Familiarity with JD Edwards accounting system and Tax Compliance
- Ability to perform tax research and reach the appropriate conclusions.
- Knowledge of accounting particularly the application of State and Local tax rules and regulations.
- Familiar with Fixed Assets terms and purposes.
3. BA in Taxation with 4 years of experience
- Experience in accounting or audit positions
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Highly motivated team player, self-disciplined with a great desire to learn
- Knowledge of DoD financial management policies, procedures, and systems.
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and prioritize workload
- Good written and effective oral communication skills
- Be organized and very detail-oriented
- Willing to pursue or have CPA, CIA, CFE, and/or various insurance designations
- Be well-groomed and neat appearance
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