Senior Assurance Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Ever wish you could continue building your public accounting career in an environment designed for long-term success? At Moore Colson, we’re actively hiring a  Senior Assurance Associate to join our growing team, where you’ll work on complex audit and assurance engagements that enhance your skills while delivering meaningful insights to clients. 

You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of engagements, guide and mentor junior team members, and further develop your technical and client service skills with the support of experienced leaders. With a clear path for advancement and a collaborative culture, you’ll grow within an independent firm consistently recognized as one of Atlanta’s Best Places to Work. If you’ve ever thought, “I’m ready for the next step in assurance—I just want the right environment to grow,” this could be the opportunity for you. If you’re excited about our award-winning culture, a competitive total rewards package, and advancing your career, consider joining our team!

• Conduct audits and review financial statements, benefit plans, and compilations.
• Prepare financial statements and disclosures per GAAP.
• Document and test internal controls.
• Assist senior staff with consulting projects.
• Supervise, train, and mentor Associates and Interns.
• Meet budget and realization goals.
• Identify and solve client issues.
• Enhance technical skills through CPE and on-the-job training.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA license preferred.
• 2-4 years of audit experience in public accounting; experience in transportation, manufacturing, or construction is a plus.
• Ability to manage client engagements and budgets.
• Strong Excel skills and knowledge of audit principles.
• Proficiency with CCH Pro fx Engagement and IDEA software is a plus.
• Consultative approach with a focus on client service.
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• Self-directed, motivated, and ambitious.
• Excellent communication skills.

• Generous time off including 4 weeks’ vacation, wellness days, floating holidays, and paid holidays
• Flexible work environment with up to 2 remote days per week and “Dress for Your Day” attire
• Competitive compensation with salary, bonus program, 401(k) with match, and various reimbursements (cell phone, fitness, home office, tuition/certifications)
• Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision
• Professional development through continuing education, coaching, and mentoring programs
• Community & culture perks such as volunteer days and family/team social events

Moore Colson is consistently recognized as one of Atlanta’s top accounting firms and a leading workplace locally and nationally. We are regularly ranked by the Atlanta Business Chronicle and Inside Public Accounting for our size, growth, and overall excellence, and we are proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace at both the regional and national level. Most importantly, our clients trust us and enjoy doing business with us. We’re looking for people who share the enthusiasm, passion, and respect for hard work that continues to drive our success.

If you are interested in our award-winning corporate culture, excited for our best-in-class total rewards package and ready to take your career to the next level with a growing organization, consider joining our team!

At Moore Colson, we are a business based on ethics and integrity. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

To be considered for this position, candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Moore Colson does not sponsor employment visas, including H‑1B or other work authorization.

Moore Colson does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies without pre-approval from Moore Colson’s Talent team. Pre-approval is required before any external candidate can be submitted. Moore Colson will not be responsible for fees related to unsolicited resumes and for candidates who are sent directly to our hiring managers.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.