Auditor - (Rockville, MD)

Position overview/Company:Sparks Group has partnered with several prominent and successful companies in the Metro DC area to identify junior-to-senior level Audit associates for contract, contract-to-hire and direct hire opportunities. In this role, you will have the opportunity to be exposed to assurance as a whole as you work on multiple engagements each year with large and small companies in various industries.Responsibilities: Participate in audits of financial statements and employee benefit plans Study and evaluate clients' internal controls; assist in determining the extent of test-checking required in an audit and select the transactions to be tested; identify weaknesses where present Prepare and review working papers; verify accuracy and validity of client's financial matters Prepare financial statements and management letters Prepare recommendations for inclusion in audit file Adhere to engagement budgets and assist in budgeting process Plan and administer smaller engagements