Senior Audit Accountant

Are you ready to make a bold move by joining Nebraska’s first Employee-Owner (ESOP) CPA Firm? That’s only the beginning of what’s different about our culture. Bland is a group of enthusiastic employee-owners who love what they do and enjoy working with the unique challenges our clients bring.

Our recent growth has led to a new opportunity for a Senior Audit Accountant who specializes in employee benefit plans (EBPs). In this role, you will lead audit engagements for defined contribution (401(k), 403(b), and ESOP) plans. Additionally, you will manage all aspects of the audit process, communicate directly with the clients, and supervise and mentor staff.

OUR PERKS

• Award Winning Culture: “Best Place to Work”, “Excellence in Firm Culture”, “Best CPA Firm for Women and Best CPA Firm for Equity Leadership”.
• Work / Life Balance: Hybrid work environment, unlimited paid time off, dress for your day!
• Benefits: Excellent benefits, including ESOP and additional retirement plan options.
• Growth Opportunities: 18-month internal leadership program (BLING), Staff Advisory Board, Bland Cares, and cross-functional training opportunities mean your voice matters!
• People-First Leadership: An environment where leaders are approachable, empathetic, authentic, and invested in the success and well-being of every team member.

YOUR ROLE

• Audit Leadership: Lead and manage audits of employee benefit plans in accordance with GAAP and DOL regulations. Plan, execute, and complete audit fieldwork for EBP audits. Serve as the main point of contact for clients during
• Regulatory & Technical Expertise: Stay informed of industry changes, including ERISA, DOL regulations, and auditing standards. Ensure quality control and compliance with firm policies and industry standards. Review workpapers prepared by staff and provide timely feedback.
• Team Development: Assist with staff training and development in the EBP practice area. Participate in internal EBP practice development initiatives and thought leadership.

YOUR SKILLS

• Knowledge: Possess at least 3 years’ of audit experience with 2 years focused on employee benefit plans. Prior experience as an Audit Associate, Senior Audit Associate, Senior Audit Accountant, Senior Accountant under the Audit & Assurance, or similar accounting role required. A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field required. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred. Strong knowledge of GAAS, GAAP, ERISA and DOL regulations.
• Skills:
  • Communication: Demonstrates extensive written and verbal communication skills both internally and externally. Plans and actuates personal daily schedule, organization of workload and can adapt to change based upon project urgency. Ability to be flexible with others, to display tact and diplomacy. Talent to follow up and manage all activities which are assigned or delegated to others. Proven team player with ability to hold others accountable.
  • Technology: Proficient use of business software required to our profession: Basic: Excel, Word. Experience with Caseware, Datasnipper and Auditminer software preferred.
  • Time Management: Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Thrives on meeting deadlines and solving problems. Ability to work accurately and precisely with tasks of a detailed nature. Confident in one’s abilities and able to work independently, with minimal direction. Strong work ethic and a “whatever it takes” attitude. Performance is judged on proficiency and effectiveness of task performance, including the quality of work, application of performance, accounting knowledge, and the ability to meet time constraints.
• Candidates must pass a background check as part of the hiring process.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.