Senior Auditor (Kennesaw, GA)

About Nichols Cauley
Nichols Cauley is a leading integrated financial services platform recognized among the Top 100 Firms by Inside Public Accounting. We are honored to be named one of Accounting Today's Best Firms to Work For and Best Firms for Young Accountants, reflecting our commitment to professional excellence, career development, and a collaborative, supportive culture. Through our Manage. Protect. Grow. approach, we provide clients with coordinated expertise across tax, assurance, outsourced accounting, insurance, transaction advisory, and strategic consulting services. By strategically investing in technology, automation, and AI-driven innovation to enhance client service and empower our team members to do their best work. At Nichols Cauley, you'll find an environment where relationships matter, innovation is encouraged, and long-term success is a shared goal. If you're seeking a rewarding career with an organization dedicated to your growth, development, and future success, we encourage you to apply and join our team.

Position Summary

The Senior Audit Accountant is responsible for planning, executing, and completing audit, review, and other assurance engagements. This position works closely with managers and partners while supervising and mentoring staff, maintaining client relationships, and ensuring engagements are completed efficiently and in accordance with professional standards.

The ideal candidate will work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities

Assurance & Audit Services

• Perform and assist in the planning, execution, and completion of audit, review, and compilation engagements
• Evaluate internal controls and identify areas of risk
• Perform financial statement analysis and substantive testing
• Prepare and review audit workpapers and supporting documentation
• Research and resolve accounting and financial reporting issues
• Ensure compliance with applicable professional standards and firm policies
• Prepare financial statements and related disclosures

Client Service & Relationship Management

• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and responsiveness
• Serve as a key contact for assigned engagements
• Communicate engagement status, findings, and recommendations to management
• Identify opportunities to expand services and provide additional value to clients
• Coordinate information requests and timelines with clients

Team Leadership & Development

• Supervise, train, and mentor staff accountants and associates
• Review completed work for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
• Provide coaching and technical guidance to team members
• Assist managers with engagement staffing and scheduling
• Foster a collaborative and positive team environment

Engagement Management

• Manage multiple engagements and deadlines simultaneously
• Monitor engagement budgets and timelines
• Assist with risk assessments and engagement planning
• Maintain organized and thorough engagement documentation
• Support quality control initiatives and best practices

Qualifications

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
• Master of Accounting (MAcc) or related advanced degree preferred
• CPA license or eligibility to obtain CPA certification preferred

Experience

• Three to five years of public accounting experience required
• Experience in audit, assurance, review, and compilation engagements
• Experience supervising staff and leading engagement assignments preferred

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and GAAS
• Experience preparing and analyzing financial statements
• Proficiency with audit engagement software and Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to research and resolve technical accounting matters

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Effective project management and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Proven leadership and mentoring capabilities
• Exceptional interpersonal and client service skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment

Benefits Include

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• 401(k) plan with up to a 4% employer contribution
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible work arrangements
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Employee life insurance
• Supplemental life insurance for employees and dependents
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Childcare assistance programs $250/weekly
• $150 a year to shop in our merch store
• Professional development and advancement opportunities

Nichols Cauley does not accept unsolicited resumes, candidate referrals, or applicant submissions from staffing agencies, recruiting firms, sourcing providers, or other third-party services. Any candidate information submitted without a valid, executed agreement between Nichols Cauley and the submitting party will be considered unsolicited and will become the property of Nichols Cauley. No fees, commissions, or other charges will be owed for such submissions.

For agencies with an active agreement in place, candidates may only be submitted for positions that have been specifically authorized by Nichols Cauley for external recruiting support. Any submissions made for unauthorized, unapproved, or closed positions will be considered unsolicited and will not be eligible for fees.

Talent Acquisition is the exclusive point of contact for all third-party recruiting activities. Agencies and recruiters who contact employees, partners, or other representatives of Nichols Cauley without the knowledge and approval of Talent Acquisition may be subject to termination of their agreement and removal from consideration for future business.