Audit Senior

Zohorecruit; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

White Tiger Connections seeks an Audit Senior for a boutique non-profit audit firm near Columbus. You will lead fieldwork, manage staff, and own sections from planning to reporting, ensuring timeliness and quality.

Candidates should have 3–4 years in public accounting, non-profit audit experience is preferred, and a Bachelor’s in Accounting. Strong communication and a willingness to be in the office about two days per week are required.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of public/firm experience at senior level or ready to be one.
• Non-profit audit experience strongly preferred; familiarity with single audits is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit fieldwork on financial statements and single audits, directing staff and keeping to budget.
• Own sections from planning through reporting under firm leadership review.
• Finalize statements and footnotes; suggest improvements to internal controls.
• Document procedures; maintain clean workpapers; present findings clearly.
• Supervise local staff, coach teams, and provide in-office guidance.
• Communicate status and issues clearly across emails, calls, and in person.
• Use AI tools thoughtfully to aid brainstorming and documentation while preserving judgment.
• Manage multiple projects with strong organization and cost-conscious time use.

Skills

Public/Non-profit auditing

Budget & timeline management

Client relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

Audit software

AI documentation tools

Job description

Columbus, United States | Posted on 10/01/2026

At White Tiger Connections, we believe that growth isn’t just about numbers; instead, it’s about vision, strategy, and connections that truly count. Our focus on the accounting industry isn’t incidental—it’s entirely intentional. As a result, we’re a team dedicated to helping firms achieve meaningful growth, whether through mergers, acquisitions, strategic partnerships, or carefully placed talent. Ultimately, our approach isn’t about checking boxes; it’s about understanding the unique dynamics of each firm we work with and crafting solutions that propel them forward.

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to make powerful connections that propel accounting firms toward lasting success. We connect buyers, sellers, and partners with strategies that aren’t just transactional but transformative. Whether you’re growing through acquisition, looking to expand your capabilities, or planning for succession, we provide tailored solutions that create real value for your firm and your clients.

WHAT WE DO

White Tiger Connections focuses on three core areas: Mergers & Acquisitions, Consulting, and Recruiting. We work alongside you at every step, from identifying strategic opportunities to securing the right talent and guiding growth decisions. Our approach combines industry insight with hands‑on support, ensuring that each decision aligns with your firm’s goals and sets you up for sustainable success.

Job Description

About the Firm

We are serving a boutique non-profit audit firm based in Ohio, specializing in delivering high-quality accounting and audit services to the non-profit sector. They pride themselves on providing unique expertise and personalized service to organizations that are often overlooked.

About the Role

They are seeking a born leader in the accounting field who is ready to make a meaningful impact in their community. As an audit senior, you will serve as the face of the firm to external organizations, build strong client relationships, lead local staff with consistent communication, and take ownership of fieldwork.

Key Responsibilities

Lead audit fieldwork on financial statement and single audit engagements, including directing staff, reviewing workpapers, and keeping work on budget and on timeline

Own sections of the audit from planning through reporting under firm leadership review

Finalize financial statements and related reporting, including footnotes, and recommend improvements to internal controls

Evaluate, update, and document audit procedures; maintain clean workpapers; and prepare clear findings and conclusions

Provide day-to-day supervision, coaching, and leadership for local staff, including face‑to‑face guidance during in-office days

Communicate engagement status, needs, and sensitive client matters clearly and consistently across email, phone, video, and in person

Use modern audit research and AI tools thoughtfully as brainstorming and documentation aids while staying in the judgment seat on risk assessment, testing, and conclusions

Manage multiple projects at once with strong organization and cost‑conscious use of time

Requirements

3-4 years of public/firm experience; already functioning as a senior or immediately ready to be one

Non-profit audit experience strongly preferred; comfort with financial statement audits and single audits is a plus

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required

Exceptional and consistent communication is a hard filter. This senior will lead local staff and must stay connected so staff are not left walking questions to partners

Live within about three hours of Columbus and be in the office roughly two days per week

Strong workpaper quality, professional skepticism, and ownership of testing and conclusions

Comfortable with QuickBooks and standard audit/research tools; willing to use AI tools thoughtfully without letting them replace judgment

Self-starter who thrives in a boutique pace, follows process, learns quickly, and is open to coaching

Base salary: $80,000 to $85,000 depending on experience

Benefits package

• Hybrid schedule with meaningful in-office leadership