About HBE

Since 1974, HBE has built a story of solid growth, premier service, quality work, employee satisfaction, and business diversification. We strive to create a warm and friendly atmosphere where employees feel at home and comfortable. We're as down-to-earth as our deep Nebraska roots, while utilizing sophisticated tools and technology to serve our clients.

HBE is a leading provider of professional accounting and consulting services throughout Nebraska, with offices in Lincoln, Omaha, and Norfolk. We offer a complete range of financial management services for businesses, nonprofit and governmental organizations, specialty industries, and individuals. Our services include audit, tax, business consulting, outsourced accounting and CFO solutions, personal financial planning, and wealth management.

HBE is recognized as one of the nation's Top 100 Firms to Work For by Accounting Today.

Position Summary

The Senior Accountant – Assurance provides assurance and accounting services to a variety of clients, including owner-managed businesses, nonprofit organizations, and privately held entities. This position is responsible for coordinating the day-to-day planning, fieldwork, and completion of review and compilation engagements, with exposure to audit and agreed-upon procedures.

Primary Responsibilities

• Coordinates and completes assigned assurance engagements from planning through finalization.
• Performs audit, review, and compilation procedures as assigned.
• Completes complex areas of engagements with minimal supervision.
• Prepares and reviews financial statements, disclosures, and related working papers in accordance with applicable accounting standards and Firm requirements.
• Reviews work prepared by staff accountants and provides clear and constructive review notes.
• Supervises, trains, and provides guidance to staff on engagement procedures and accounting matters.
• Monitors engagement progress, budgets, deadlines, and outstanding client information.
• Communicates with clients regarding engagement requirements, accounting questions, information requests, and engagement status.
• Builds and maintains strong client relationships and provides excellent client service.
• Researches accounting and assurance issues and recommends appropriate solutions.
• Identifies significant or unusual matters and communicates them to the appropriate manager or partner.
• Ensures engagement files and financial statements are complete, accurate, and meet Firm standards.
• Maintains current knowledge of applicable accounting and assurance standards.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of accounting and financial reporting principles.
• Working knowledge of assurance and professional standards.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong professional judgment and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong client service and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple engagements and deadlines.
• Ability to lead engagements and provide direction and guidance to staff.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively as part of a team.

Education and Experience

• Accounting degree or equivalent work experience.
• Three or more years of experience performing accounting functions of varying complexity.
• Experience working in public accounting or with the Auditor of Public Accounts is preferred.
• CPA designation or CPA eligibility preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 15 pounds.

This job description outlines the primary responsibilities of the position but is not intended to be all-inclusive. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the Firm.