Senior Audit Associate

Robins, Eskew, Smith & Jordan CPAs; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

RESJ CPAs in the Atlanta metropolitan area is seeking a Senior Audit Associate for a full-time, on-site/hybrid role. You will plan and execute financial statement audits, test account balances, and evaluate internal controls to ensure high-quality engagements.

You will review junior staff workpapers, communicate with client management, prepare audit reports, and contribute to recommendations that improve processes. CPA preferred and Georgia residency required.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Financial Statements and Finance; interpret and analyze complex information.
• Proficiency in Auditing and Financial Audits, planning, fieldwork, and GAAS compliance.
• Analytical skills to identify trends, variances, and control weaknesses with clear recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; present findings clearly.
• Experience in public accounting; privately held company experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA license or active candidacy preferred.
• Advanced proficiency with spreadsheets and accounting software.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and meet deadlines.
• Must live within driving distance to Duluth or McDonough, GA.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute financial statement audits in accordance with professional standards.
• Perform testing of account balances and evaluate internal controls.
• Document audit procedures and workpapers for engagements.
• Review workpapers prepared by junior team members and identify issues.
• Communicate findings with client management and prepare audit reports.
• Mentor less experienced staff and support engagement planning and budgeting.
• Collaborate with partners to ensure timely and efficient completion of audits.

Skills

Audit knowledge

Financial statement analysis

Communication skills

Mentoring junior staff

Time management

Public accounting experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA license or active candidacy preferred

Tools

Audit software

Spreadsheet proficiency

Audit documentation tools

Job description

Company Description: RESJ CPAs is a trusted public accounting firm serving individuals and privately held companies across the greater metro-Atlanta area since 1980. The firm offers a comprehensive range of accounting, audit, tax, and business advisory services designed to address diverse client needs. Built on a core principle of integrity, the team focuses on delivering high-quality work and innovative solutions. Clients consistently express confidence in the firm’s services, and the team is committed to building long-term, collaborative relationships with every client.

Role Description The Senior Audit Associate is a full-time, on-site/hybrid role based in the Atlanta Metropolitan Area. This role is responsible for planning and executing financial statement audits, including performing detailed testing of account balances, evaluating internal controls, and documenting audit procedures in accordance with professional standards. The Senior Audit Associate will review workpapers prepared by junior team members, identify audit issues, and propose practical solutions for clients. Day-to-day activities include communicating with client management, analyzing financial data, preparing audit reports, and contributing to recommendations that improve financial processes and controls. The role also involves mentoring less experienced staff, supporting engagement planning and budgeting, and collaborating with partners to ensure timely and efficient completion of audit engagements.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Financial Statements and Finance, with the ability to interpret and analyze complex financial information.
• Proficiency in Auditing and Financial Audits, including planning, fieldwork, and reporting in accordance with GAAS and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated Analytical Skills for identifying trends, variances, and control weaknesses, and translating findings into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present audit findings to clients and internal stakeholders in a clear, professional manner.
• Experience working in public accounting or a similar audit-focused environment; prior experience with privately held companies is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA license or active candidacy strongly preferred.
• Advanced proficiency with spreadsheet and accounting software, and familiarity with audit documentation tools.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively with cross-functional audit teams.
• Must live within driving distance to Duluth or McDonough Georgia