Senior Accountant, Audit (Affordable housing)

Company: RUBINO AND COMPANY CHARTERED
Location: Bethesda
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Description: Position Objective: The senior accountant will work closely with partners, managers, and clients to facilitate completion of engagements. This individual will perform and direct a broad range of accounting tasks and assist the engagement partner/manager in the development of audit strategy, planning, review and interpretation of audit findings. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Knowledge of auditing and accounting standards and application of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP, GAAS, GAGAS, Uniform Guidance and HUD rules) Understand client needs and expectations, their business and industry, accounting and control systems, employees, company values, and industry related GAAP and GAAS issues Apply technical skills, take the initiative to identify best practices and improvements, and consider applicability to other clients Research accounting topics and form a conclusion using the Firm’s research tools Understand the risk assessment process and apply knowledge in completing all related forms Apply industry trends to analytics, formulate expectations and determine reasonableness Express ideas clearly and concisely both orally and in written form; write detailed document findings Participate with the engagement team to meet deliverable deadlines, identify roadblocks, and understand critical milestones to meet client service expectations Learn and refine project management skills to plan, manage and deliver quality service on time and within budget Develop skills in all core competency areas and apply them effectively Other duties as assigned This position is also expected to: Meet challenging client requirements with superior customer service Continuously learn and model inclusive behavior; respectfully address diverse customer service needs; and understand that collective and individual intelligence increases in diverse groups Report hours in a timely and error free manner Maintain a positive, professional demeanor at all times Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment; multi-task and meet or exceed deadlines Possess excellent analytical, interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written) Ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions and recommendations to clients in matters pertaining to the audit Exhibit integrity, dependability and trustworthiness; ability to maintain confidentiality Detail oriented and well organized Requirements: Qualifications and Educational Requirements BA/BS in accounting from accredited college/university Minimum of two (2) years of audit experience in public accounting Minumum of two (2) years experience in the affordable housing sector Active CPA license or CPA candidate Proficiency with MS Office Suite Preferred Skills Familiarity with ProSystem FX Engagement software Job Requirements Able to successfully pass a criminal background check (following a conditional offer of employment) Speak fluent English in order to communicate with other employees and clients verbally and in writing Constant operation of a computer and other office equipment Remain in sedentary position for long periods of time; however, needs the ability to move around the office to access office equipment, attend meetings, etc. Frequent communication with others and clients regarding projects and work product Available to work moderate overtime throughout the year with heavier overtime requirements during busy seasons

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