Senior Auditor

Brewer Morris; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Brewer Morris in Atlanta is seeking an Audit Senior to join a growing CPA firm. The role offers a hybrid schedule (3 days in office, 2 days remote) with a base salary of $85,000–$100,000 plus bonus and revenue sharing. You will lead audits, mentor staff, and manage engagements from planning through completion.

The firm emphasizes manageable busy seasons, strong leadership mentorship, and exposure to diverse clients including construction, nonprofits, and family-owned businesses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required.
• 3+ years of recent public accounting audit experience.
• Experience with U.S. GAAP and auditing standards; CPA license or active CPA candidate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute audit and assurance engagements from planning through completion.
• Lead fieldwork and serve as primary client contact.
• Supervise and mentor audit associates and staff accountants.
• Prepare and review audit workpapers and financial statements.
• Identify accounting, auditing, and internal control issues and communicate recommendations.

Skills

Audit expertise

Client communication

Mentoring staff

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

Thomson Reuters Engagement Manager

CaseWare

Job description

Location: Atlanta, GA (Hybrid – 3 Days In Office, 2 Days Remote)

Compensation: $85,000 – $100,000 Base Salary + Bonus & Revenue Sharing

Schedule: Exceptional Work-Life Balance | 40-Hour Off-Season | 55-Hour Busy Season

Our client, a well-established and highly respected mid-sized CPA firm headquartered in Atlanta, is seeking an experienced Audit Senior to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an audit professional looking to advance their career with a firm that values both professional growth and quality of life.

Unlike many public accounting firms, this team offers manageable busy season hours, strong mentorship from firm leadership, and exposure to a diverse range of clients and industries. You'll have the opportunity to take on increased responsibility while developing your leadership and client-facing skills in a collaborative environment.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Busy Season Bonus
• 10% Commission on Gross Revenue Generated
• 100% Employer-Paid Health and Dental Insurance
• 401(k) Safe Harbor Match
• Summer Fridays (12:00 PM dismissal from Memorial Day through Labor Day)
• Hybrid Schedule (3 days in-office, 2 days remote)
• 40-hour workweeks during the off-season
• Approximately 55-hour workweeks during busy season

What's Unique About This Role?

As an Audit Senior, you'll play a key role in the execution of financial statement and assurance engagements while working closely with Managers, Supervisors, and Partners. You'll gain significant client exposure, mentor junior staff, and have the opportunity to take ownership of engagements from planning through completion.

The firm serves a diverse client base, providing exposure to:

• Construction
• Employee Benefit Plans
• Nonprofit Organizations
• Closely Held and Family-Owned Businesses

Key Responsibilities

• Execute audit and assurance engagements from planning through completion
• Lead fieldwork and serve as a primary point of contact for clients during engagements
• Supervise, train, and mentor audit associates and staff accountants
• Prepare and review audit workpapers and financial statements
• Identify accounting, auditing, and internal control issues and communicate recommendations to management
• Assist with engagement budgeting, scheduling, and project management
• Collaborate with firm leadership to ensure exceptional client service and engagement quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• CPA license or active CPA candidate preferred
• 3+ years of recent public accounting audit experience
• Experience performing audits, reviews, and compilations
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and auditing standards
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Experience with Thomson Reuters Engagement Manager and/or CaseWare is a plus

Ideal Candidate

This opportunity is ideal for an Audit Senior seeking a firm that offers meaningful client exposure, career advancement opportunities, and a culture that genuinely prioritizes work-life balance. If you're looking to continue building your technical expertise while working alongside supportive leadership in a collaborative environment, this role is worth exploring.