Public Accountant – Audit Senior - Insurance

Public Accountant – Audit Senior - Insurance

Location: Atlanta, GA

Company Overview: We are a leading public accounting firm based in Atlanta, GA, offering audit, tax, and advisory services to a diverse range of clients. We are known for our commitment to excellence, client service, and providing professional development opportunities to our staff. Our firm is growing, and we are seeking an experienced Audit Senior to join our team and help manage our expanding portfolio of clients.

Position Overview: As an Audit Senior, you will lead audit engagements for a variety of clients in multiple industries, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and delivering quality service. This role requires strong technical accounting expertise, leadership abilities, and excellent client relationship skills. You will work closely with both junior staff and senior management to ensure successful engagement outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute audit engagements from planning to completion, ensuring adherence to GAAP and other regulatory standards.
• Oversee junior staff, providing guidance, mentorship, and technical support during audits and reviews.
• Identify and assess potential audit risks, developing audit plans that mitigate risk while ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Analyze financial statements and evaluate internal controls, identifying areas for improvement and recommending solutions to clients.
• Review and prepare audit work papers, ensuring documentation supports audit findings and conclusions.
• Manage client relationships by acting as a key point of contact throughout the audit engagement and ensuring client satisfaction.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of audit engagements while meeting firm and regulatory deadlines.
• Assist in preparing audit reports and presenting findings to clients and senior leadership.
• Stay up-to-date with changes in accounting regulations and standards and communicate relevant updates to the audit team.
• Collaborate with the tax and advisory teams to deliver comprehensive client solutions.
• Participate in firm initiatives, including staff training, recruiting efforts, and business development activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field; CPA or actively pursuing CPA designation required.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of public accounting experience, with a focus on audit.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, auditing standards, and financial reporting.
• Experience with audit software and tools such as CaseWare, ProSystem fx, or similar.
• Exceptional attention to detail, analytical skills, and the ability to identify financial discrepancies.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with experience managing or mentoring junior staff.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact with clients and internal teams professionally and effectively.
• Strong time management skills and ability to work on multiple engagements simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and experience with accounting software.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and PTO.
• Professional development opportunities, including ongoing training and support for CPA certification.
• Opportunities for career growth within the firm.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.

Location: Atlanta, GA (This is an in-office position with flexibility for hybrid work depending on project needs.)