Audit Senior - CPA, Audit, Construction

CyberCoders; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CyberCoders is seeking an experienced Audit Senior to lead audit engagements for private companies, construction clients, nonprofits, and employee benefit plans. You will plan, execute, supervise staff, and ensure compliance with GAAP and AICPA standards while maintaining client relationships and engagement budgets.

The role requires strong leadership, technical research abilities, and travel to client sites as needed in a fast-paced environment. CPA or active pursuit is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required; Master's degree preferred.
• CPA license required or actively pursuing CPA preferred.
• Minimum 3+ years of public accounting experience with progressive audit responsibility; construction, non-profit, and private company audits desirable.
• Experience auditing ERISA plans and knowledge of testing and reporting requirements.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, AICPA auditing standards; familiarity with GASB for nonprofit reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple audit engagements from planning through issuance, including budgeting.
• Supervise, train, and mentor audit staff; review workpapers and provide feedback.
• Perform and review complex audit procedures including testing internal controls and substantive testing.
• Prepare and finalize audit workpapers and disclosures to ensure GAAP compliance.
• Coordinate fieldwork schedules and manage client communications; serve as primary contact.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Master's degree or additional coursework preferred

Tools

Excel

Audit software

Job description

Audit Senior

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Audit Senior to lead audit engagements and deliver high-quality assurance services for private companies, construction clients, non-profit organizations, and employee benefit plans. The Audit Senior will plan and execute audits, supervise and mentor staff, and ensure compliance with professional standards while maintaining strong client relationships and meeting engagement budgets and timelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple audit engagements from planning through issuance, including risk assessment, scoping, and engagement budgeting.
• Supervise, train, and mentor audit staff and junior team members; review workpapers and provide constructive feedback to develop technical skills and adherence to firm methodology.
• Perform and review complex audit procedures, including testing internal controls, substantive testing, and analytical reviews for private companies, construction entities, non-profits, and employee benefit plans.
• Prepare, review, and finalize audit workpapers and financial statement disclosures to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with GAAP, AICPA standards, and ERISA where applicable.
• Conduct technical research on complex accounting and reporting issues and apply professional judgment to determine appropriate treatment and disclosure.
• Coordinate fieldwork schedules, manage client communications, and serve as primary point of contact for day-to-day engagement issues and client inquiries.
• Identify and communicate audit findings, control deficiencies, and actionable recommendations to management and governance bodies; draft management letters and report on remediation status.
• Monitor engagement budgets and timelines, proactively elevate issues, and implement efficiencies to ensure profitability and timely delivery.
• Support business development efforts by cultivating client relationships, participating in proposals, and identifying opportunities for additional services.
• Promote a culture of quality and compliance by following firm policies, staying current with regulatory and industry developments, and participating in firm training and initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field; Masters degree or additional coursework preferred.
• CPA license required or actively pursuing CPA (preferred).
• Minimum of 36 years of public accounting experience with progressive audit responsibility; experience in the construction industry, non-profit sector, and private company audits highly desirable.
• Experience auditing employee benefit plans (ERISA) and knowledge of associated testing and reporting requirements.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, AICPA auditing standards, and familiarity with GASB for nonprofit reporting as applicable.
• Proven leadership skills with experience supervising and developing junior staff, including delegation and performance feedback.
• Excellent technical research and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail and strong documentation skills.
• Proficient with audit software and Microsoft Excel; experience with accounting systems commonly used by construction and private companies a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, client service orientation, and the ability to build trust with clients and team members.
• Willingness to travel to client sites as required and manage multiple engagements and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.