Senior Assurance Leader - Audits, GAAP, Growth

Sorren; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Health benefits (medical, dental, and/

401(k) retirement

Holiday break (Dec 24–Jan 1)

Parental leave

Mentorship and career development

CPA exam support

Firm-sponsored events

Team celebrations

Benefits for full-time staff

Job summary

Sorren, a top 50 national advisory firm, seeks an experienced assurance professional to lead and supervise audits, reviews, and compilations while ensuring compliance with professional standards. You will mentor staff, manage multiple engagements, and deliver exceptional client service.

This role requires a CPA (or eligible), 3–5 years of assurance experience, and strong communication and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in assurance-related work.
• CPA license or eligible.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• Comprehensive understanding of audit standards, procedures, and financial reporting frameworks.
• Proficiency in audit-related software and tools.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to supervise and mentor team members.
• Excellent communication skills for client and team interactions.
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage multiple engagements effectively.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in financial analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Perform and supervise larger, more complex assurance projects, including audits, reviews, and compilations.
• Address complex accounting issues such as consolidations, deferred tax calculations, and going concern assessments.
• Apply thorough knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, and other financial reporting frameworks to audit procedures.
• Train, supervise, and delegate work to associates and interns to foster efficiency and team growth.
• Review workpapers prepared by associates/interns, provide constructive feedback, and ensure conclusions are appropriate.
• Customize audit strategies based on identified risks and ensure audit issues are addressed during planning and performance.
• Analyze financial statements and disclosures for errors or omissions.
• Prepare client correspondence, perform internal control walkthroughs, and handle client inquiries.
• Contribute to engagement budgets and monitor performance against budgets.
• Communicate effectively with team members and clients to address audit-related issues and project statuses.
• Participate in department-wide training and independent learning to maintain and expand technical knowledge.
• Demonstrate strong time management skills to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple engagements.
• Perform other duties and display flexibility to take on a variety of responsibilities assigned by firm leadership.
• Meet annual billable hour and other targets to fulfill individual performance and overall firm productivity.

Skills

CPA license

Assurance experience

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Flexibility

Audit tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Audit software/tools

Job description

Sorren, a top 50 national advisory firm, seeks an experienced assurance professional to lead and supervise audits, reviews, and compilations while ensuring compliance with professional standards. You will mentor staff, manage multiple engagements, and deliver exceptional client service.

This role requires a CPA (or eligible), 3–5 years of assurance experience, and strong communication and analytical skills.