Staff Accountant

The Staff Auditor/Accountant will perform desk reviews and on-site reviews of daycare centers and daycare homes, analyze attendance, enrollment, menu information, and financial information; and prepare written documents supporting professional decisions. Training in the child nutrition program area is provided so employees can feel confident working on client projects within their first 30 days.

Essential Functions and Primary Duties

• Conduct desk reviews and various on-site audits independently with supervision

• Conduct research in order to determine compliance with relevant USDA or other government program regulations

• Conduct all phases of the audit including planning and research, provider calls, fieldwork, desk review work, reporting of findings, and other procedures as required

• Review applicable Federal and State policies and regulations associated with each specific audit type prior to performing the audit

• Prepare working papers to document scope and findings of audit

• Demonstrate excellence in communication skills, analysis, reporting, and process improvement

• Maintain security and confidentiality of all protected health information when analyzing material

• Maintain thorough electronic documentation

• Additional responsibilities as assigned 

Preferred Qualifications

• Must be able to travel within and out of state 75% based on client and business needs; all travel-related expenses incurred by Myers and Stauffer. Actual travel may vary week to week or month to month based on client needs, project timelines, and business priorities. Flexibility is essential, as some periods may require extensive travel.  

• GPA of 3.25 preferred

• CPA or CPA candidate preferred

• Internship or equivalent working experience in accounting or related field preferred

• Experience with health and human service program auditing preferred

• Ability to review statutory/regulatory or other policy language and apply requirements

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Well organized with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail

• Effectively multi-task with planning and efficiency

• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize assignments

• Proficient use of applicable technology; specifically, Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Word, etc.)

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field