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Geels Norton
- Licensed CPA firm — can issue (sign) a SOC 2 report
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Geels Norton is a specialist SOC 2 audit firm in Wausau, WI, USA that charges $15K–$45K for Type II audits with 2–6 week fieldwork-to-report timelines. Founded in 2020, they hold 2 accreditations and specialize in Technology, SaaS, Cloud Services, and 1 more. Their pricing is below average compared to the specialist average of $20.6K–$61.2K.
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How Much Does Geels Norton Charge for SOC 2?
Estimated Type 1 and Type 2 ranges, placed against the broader specialist peer set. Numbers are directional; final pricing depends on scope, Trust Services Criteria, evidence quality, and observation period.
- Type I Cost
- $10K–$30K
- Type II Cost
- $15K–$45K
- Timeline
- 2–6 wk
- Team Size
- 5-15+
- Report Delivery
- 2-week report turnaround
- Response Time
- Direct partner access, high-touch year-round
Type II Pricing Position
Note: Pricing shown is estimated based on typical engagements. Use our SOC 2 cost calculator for a personalized estimate.
Timeline: The 2–6 week figure is the audit fieldwork-to-report window once evidence is ready, not the full engagement. A SOC 2 Type II also requires an observation period, typically 3–12 months depending on scope, before that window begins.
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- Pricing context
- 67%
- Timeline context
- 85%
- Certifications
- 2
of Specialist firms charge more for Type II.
of Specialist firms have longer minimum timelines.
listed certifications. Tier average: 4.
Compare Geels Norton with Similar Specialist Firms
Side-by-side pricing, timeline, and certification counts for the closest-priced peers in the specialist tier.
| Geels Norton | AARC-360 | Audit Peak | Auditwerx | Dansa D'Arata Soucia LLP | MHM Professional Corporation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type II Cost | $15K–$45K | $15K–$45K | $15K–$45K | $15K–$45K | $15K–$45K | $15K–$45K |
| Type I Cost | $10K–$30K | $10K–$30K | $10K–$30K | $10K–$30K | $10K–$30K | $10K–$30K |
| Timeline | 2–6 wk | 4–12 wk | 3–9 wk | 3–12 wk | 3–9 wk | 2–8 wk |
| Team Size | 5-15+ | 10–25 | 10–25 | 25–100 | 25–75 | 5–20 |
| Certifications | 2 | 13 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 8 |
| Founded | 2020 | 2014 | 2021 | 2009 | 2003 | 2020 |
Geels Norton Industry Fit
For buyers in Technology and SaaS, Geels Norton fits the specialist profile when timeline (2–6 weeks) and Type II pricing ($15K–$45K) align with what specialist firms typically deliver.
Who Should Hire Geels Norton?
High-achieving cloud tech companies wanting partner-level service, 2-week report turnarounds, and compliance positioned as a business growth tool rather than a checkbox
What Makes Geels Norton Different?
High-touch boutique with direct partner access throughout every engagement; 2-week report turnaround vs. industry-standard months; principals with 20+ years at top-tier national firms; year-round advisor relationship — not just at audit time; compliance used as strategic differentiator, not minimum-requirements exercise
Is Geels Norton Right for You?
- You need an affordable first SOC 2 audit (starting from $15K)
- You're on a tight deadline — they can start and deliver in as few as 2 weeks
- You're a SaaS company going through SOC 2 for the first time
- You already use Drata, Sprinto and want an auditor who integrates with it
- You want a firm that focuses primarily on SOC 2 and compliance audits
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What Industries Does Geels Norton Serve?
4 industries. Specialist average: 6.
What Certifications Does Geels Norton Hold?
2 certifications. Specialist average: 4.
What Platforms Does Geels Norton Integrate With?
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Drata-optimized
Geels Norton SOC 2 Audit FAQ
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How much does a SOC 2 audit from Geels Norton cost?
Geels Norton SOC 2 Type I audits typically range from $10K to $30K. Type II audits range from $15K to $45K. This is below average for specialist firms — the specialist tier average is $20.621K–$61.184K. Final pricing depends on your organization's scope, number of trust service criteria, and system complexity.
How long does a SOC 2 audit take with Geels Norton?
The 2–6 week range is Geels Norton's audit execution and report-delivery window once evidence is available. It is the fieldwork-to-report window, not the full engagement. A SOC 2 Type II also requires an observation period, typically 3–12 months depending on scope, before that window begins, while a Type I is a point-in-time assessment with no observation period. Actual timelines depend on readiness, scope, and evidence availability. They offer accelerated timelines for organizations that are audit-ready.
What industries does Geels Norton specialize in?
Geels Norton has deep expertise in Technology, SaaS, Cloud Services, High-growth Companies. They are best suited for High-achieving cloud tech companies wanting partner-level service, 2-week report turnarounds, and compliance positioned as a business growth tool rather than a checkbox
What accreditations does Geels Norton hold?
Geels Norton holds 2 accreditations: AICPA, CPA Firm.
What audit platform does Geels Norton use?
Geels Norton uses Drata-optimized for their audit engagements. They integrate with Drata, Sprinto for evidence collection and compliance automation. Reports are delivered via 2-week report turnaround.
Is Geels Norton a good SOC 2 auditor?
Geels Norton is a specialist SOC 2 audit firm founded in 2020 with 6 years of experience. High-touch boutique with direct partner access throughout every engagement; 2-week report turnaround vs. industry-standard months; principals with 20+ years at top-tier national firms; year-round advisor relationship — not just at audit time; compliance used as strategic differentiator, not minimum-requirements exercise They are best suited for organizations that need technology, saas, cloud services expertise.
Where is Geels Norton located?
Geels Norton is headquartered in Wausau, WI, USA. They serve clients across the United States and can conduct SOC 2 audits remotely.
How does Geels Norton compare to other specialist SOC 2 auditors?
Compared to the 67 specialist firms in our directory, Geels Norton's Type II pricing ($15K–$45K) is below average (tier average: $20.621K–$61.184K). They hold 2 certifications vs. the tier average of 4. Their minimum timeline of 2 weeks is faster than the tier average.
Who should hire Geels Norton for a SOC 2 audit?
Geels Norton is best suited for High-achieving cloud tech companies wanting partner-level service, 2-week report turnarounds, and compliance positioned as a business growth tool rather than a checkbox Their key differentiator is: High-touch boutique with direct partner access throughout every engagement; 2-week report turnaround vs. industry-standard months; principals with 20+ years at top-tier national firms; year-round advisor relationship — not just at audit time; compliance used as strategic differentiator, not minimum-requirements exercise
Questions to Ask Geels Norton Before Hiring
A buyer-side checklist. Bring these to your first call — the answers separate firms that have run hundreds of SOC 2 engagements from firms that are bidding on them.
- Your team is sized at 5-15+. How many auditors will be assigned to my engagement, and who is the engagement lead — a partner, a senior manager, or a staff auditor?
- You quote 2–6 weeks. What pushes a project to the longer end of that range, and what does "audit-ready on day one" look like to you?
- Your Type II range is $15K–$45K. What's included at each end, and what scope changes would push pricing above the top of that range?
- You integrate with Drata, Sprinto. If our team uses a different GRC tool, what's the evidence-handoff process and does it change your fee?
- Who reviews and signs the report on your side — is that a partner-level CPA, and how involved are they during fieldwork versus only at sign-off?
- How do you handle subservice carve-outs (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) versus inclusive subservice organizations when defining our scope?
- When you find an issue mid-audit, what's your remediation cadence — same-day flagging, weekly checkpoints, or an end-of-fieldwork rollup?
- Do you have surge windows (e.g., Q4 financial-year close) when start dates slip, and how far in advance do we need to lock the engagement to avoid them?
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