Audit Senior

Bennett Thrasher•Atlanta, GA

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

In this role, you’ll collaborate with business owners and executives to identify risks, plan key transactions, and enhance the quality of critical decision-making information. As part of a dynamic team, you'll leverage resources to add significant value to clients. You'll also take on leadership responsibilities, overseeing audit fieldwork, assigning detailed tasks to staff, and reviewing work papers to ensure high-quality outcomes. Unlike the many of the other top 100 public accounting firms, Bennett Thrasher has made the commitment not to seek Private Equity investment and will remain fiercely independent. We believe that our culture, investments in both people and technology and our five-star client focused approach will continue to be the differentiator in the crowded and evolving public accounting industry.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree required, Master’s preferred
2+ years of audit experience is required
Actively studying and preparing for the CPA certification if not already obtained
Advanced knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and financial statements is required
Demonstrates appropriate understanding of financial reporting including Firm, FASB, GASB, AICPA accounting and auditing standards
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong commitment to professional and client service excellence
Proven time management, organizational and prioritization skills

Responsibilities

Develops effective working relationships with clients and firm associates
Gains a comprehensive understanding of client operations, processes and business objectives, and utilizes that knowledge throughout engagements
Communicates (both verbally and electronically) effectively to clients and firm associates
Analyzes accounting records, financial statements or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness and conformance to financial reporting and procedural standards
Performs key risk audit procedures that require appropriate understanding of account balances and related technical guidance
Proficient at preparing financial statements, including related disclosures, while utilizing firm resources
Plans and performs audits in accordance with BT audit methodology using effective delegation to maximize engagement efficiency
Recognizes potential audit issues from basic analysis of financial statements and performance of audit procedures and effectively communicates them to the team
Researches technical areas and presents own conclusions prior to discussing with managers/partners
Supports interns and staff in professional development and by being available throughout engagements
Effectively manages staff while in the field
Contributes and supports new ideas on internal processes and client engagements
Provides suggestions for work papers in a timely manner and coaches associates through thought provoking and directional review notes
Works with members of the engagement team and management to identify and resolve any client issues discovered during engagements
Practices timely and effective communication to management and engagement team regarding performance, including any related obstacles
Gives and receives feedback to minimize repeated errors and apply new concepts
Plans and performs operational and financial audits to ensure that financial statements are fairly presented in accordance with GAAP
Participates actively in training and developmental opportunities, both as an attendee and as a facilitator
Takes ownership of assignments to ensure timely completion and professional development
Participates in Firm events year round including but not limited to recruiting, associate meetings, BT Foundation volunteer events, firm outings, etc.
Actively studying and preparing for the CPA certification