Assurance Senior

NorthPoint Search Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

A professional services company based in Atlanta, GA is seeking an Assurance Senior to prepare audit workpapers, support audit procedures, and provide insights to strengthen client relationships. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field, along with a CPA license and two to five years of public accounting experience. This full-time role offers ongoing development opportunities in a dynamic team environment focused on professional growth and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field is required.
• CPA license is strongly preferred.
• Two to five years of experience in public accounting is preferred.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting procedures and GAAP.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong multitasking abilities with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare audit workpapers and support audit procedures.
• Verify accuracy of client accounting records.
• Develop understanding of client businesses.
• Meet budget and realization goals.
• Identify client issues and service needs during engagements.
• Participate in recruiting efforts for staff and interns.
• Stay current on accounting developments and research technical issues.
• Identify and propose solutions to managers and partners for problem areas.
• Provide value-added suggestions from audits and reviews for client benefit.
• Meet assigned chargeable hour goals.
• Participate in internal training as appropriate.
• Work toward passing the CPA exam if not yet completed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Assurance Senior - Atlanta, GA

Who: A detail-oriented professional with a strong interest in delivering high-quality client service and going above and beyond when needed.

What: Plan and prepare audit workpapers, support audit procedures, and provide value-added insights that strengthen client relationships.

When: Full-time role with ongoing learning, development, and CPA progression expectations.

Where: Atlanta, GA.

Why: To contribute to a collaborative assurance team by delivering accurate work, developing technical expertise, and supporting continuous improvement.

Office Environment: A supportive, fast-paced team environment focused on accuracy, communication, and professional growth.

Salary: Competitive compensation with benefits.

Position Overview

We are seeking an Assurance Associate who is committed to delivering personal attention and exceptional service to clients while supporting audit engagements, preparing workpapers, and identifying value-added recommendations. This role offers meaningful opportunities to advance technical skills and take on increasing responsibility within a growing assurance practice.

Essential Functions

• Prepare for audits, including trial balance and lead sheet setup, schedule creation, and analysis.
• Verify accuracy of client accounting records and update financial statements.
• Develop an understanding of client businesses and industries.
• Meet budget and realization goals while supervising staff accountants to ensure they meet their targets.
• Identify client issues and service needs during engagements.
• Participate in recruiting efforts for staff and interns.
• Stay current on accounting developments and research technical issues.
• Identify and propose solutions to managers and partners for problem areas.
• Provide value-added suggestions from audits and reviews for client benefit.
• Meet assigned chargeable hour goals.
• Participate in internal training as appropriate.
• Work toward passing the CPA exam if not yet completed.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA license strongly preferred.
• Two to five years of public accounting experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting procedures and GAAP.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong multitasking abilities with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

If you’re interested in learning more about this opportunity or would like to discuss your qualifications, please apply now.