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RESPONSIBILITIES
We are seeking a part-time Engagement Quality Reviewer to support the National
Attest Office with reviewing engagements under PCAOB standards, with a primary
focus on Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC) engagements. This role will
assist the National EQR group in reviewing financial statements, audit
workpapers, and related engagement documentation to evaluate compliance with
PCAOB standards, SEC reporting and independence requirements, applicable AICPA
standards, and Firm policies, procedures, and best practices.
Essential Functions and Primary Duties
Performing engagement quality reviews of engagements that fall under PCAOB
standards, with a focus on audit quality, technical compliance, SEC and PCAOB
reporting considerations, and consistency with Firm methodology and policies.
Reviewing PCAOB-related financial statements, workpapers, significant
accounting and auditing conclusions, and related documentation for compliance
with applicable professional standards and regulatory requirements.
Coordinating with engagement teams and designated EQR leadership to
communicate review observations, resolve open items timely, and support
completion of seasonal filing deadlines.
Providing technical input on audit and reporting matters, including PCAOB
standards, SEC rules and regulations, auditor independence, and Firm
consultation requirements.
Documenting EQR conclusions clearly and consistently in accordance with Firm
requirements and applicable professional standards.
Identifying recurring engagement review themes and communicating potential
quality improvement opportunities to NAO or EQR leadership, as appropriate.
Complying with the professional and Firm requirements (e.g., employee
handbook requirements, time entry procedures, audit quality control document
requirements, etc.) including complying with confidentiality requirements
(e.g., client information, proposal information, personnel information,
job-related information, etc.).
Actively attending and engaging in meetings and training sessions.
Maintaining the required CPE for firm and licensing standards.
Preferred Qualifications
10+ years of public accounting experience with significant audit experience
serving public companies, SPACs, SEC registrants, or PCAOB-inspected
engagements.
Prior experience serving as an engagement quality reviewer for private and
public entities, concurring reviewer, national office reviewer, or equivalent
technical review role preferred.
Advanced knowledge of U.S. GAAP, PCAOB standards, SEC reporting requirements.
Experience with pre- and post-SPAC IPOs (Registration statements, comfort
letters and quarterly/annual public filings), de-SPAC transactions, including
registration statements, periodic filings, and related audit and review
considerations.
Familiarity with complex financial instruments, such as fair value
considerations relating to financial instruments and other accounting matters
commonly arising in SPAC engagements preferred.
Strong analytical ability, critical thinking capacity, and diligently
performs assigned tasks with the highest degree of professionalism and
integrity.
Must have the capability to professionally, appropriately and effectively
communicate with a diverse group of individuals.
Must exhibit a high degree of professionalism including the ability to
maintain the highest levels of confidentiality.
Must be able to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, innovative, and continuously
changing environment.
Must be available to work extended hours during peak SPAC filing periods,
including weekdays and weekends, as necessary.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must be at least 18 years old to be considered for this position.
Ability to work well in a team environment and collaborate with others.
CBIZ, Inc. (NYSE: CBZ) is a leading professional services advisor to
middle-market businesses nationwide. With industry knowledge and expertise in
accounting, tax, advisory, benefits, insurance, and technology, CBIZ delivers
actionable insights to help clients anticipate what is next and discover new
ways to accelerate growth. CBIZ has more than 9,500 team members across 23 major
markets coast to coast.
CBIZ strives to be our team members' employer of choice by creating an
environment where team members are appreciated, recognized for their
contributions, and provided with opportunities to grow, both personally and
professionally, throughout their careers.
Together, CBIZ and CBIZ CPAs are ranked as one of the top providers of
accounting services in the United States. CBIZ CPAs is an independent CPA firm
that provides audit, review and attest services, while CBIZ provides business
consulting, tax and financial services. In certain jurisdictions, CBIZ CPAs
operates under its previous name, Mayer Hoffman McCann P.C.