Audit Manager

About The Role

An excellent opportunity is available for an experienced Audit Manager to lead and oversee the audit and accounting department. This leadership role is ideal for a CPA professional who can independently manage engagements, supervise staff, and ensure the timely delivery of high-quality client services.

The ideal candidate will have extensive public accounting experience and be comfortable managing Compilation, Review, and Audit engagements while mentoring junior team members. This individual will work closely with leadership to oversee multiple engagements and help strengthen the firm's audit practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Compilation, Review, and Audit engagements from planning through final issuance.
• Review financial statements and workpapers to ensure compliance with GAAP, GAAS, and firm quality standards.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop junior accounting and audit staff.
• Manage multiple client engagements while ensuring deadlines are met.
• Coordinate directly with clients to obtain information, resolve issues, and deliver exceptional service.
• Review staff work, provide technical guidance, and ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Assist with engagement planning, budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Identify process improvements and recommend best practices for clients and internal operations.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while serving as a trusted advisor.
• Support leadership in managing the audit department and maintaining efficient workflow.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Active CPA license preferred (or CPA candidate with significant public accounting experience).
• Minimum of 5 years of recent public accounting experience.
• Strong experience leading Compilation, Review, and Audit engagements.
• Previous supervisory or management experience within a public accounting firm.
• Thorough knowledge of U.S. GAAP, GAAS, and financial reporting requirements.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supervising and mentoring accounting staff.
• Strong client relationship management skills.
• Experience with audit and accounting software used in public accounting firms.
• Ability to independently manage engagements with minimal supervision.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to lead and grow the audit and accounting department.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Direct exposure to leadership and decision-making.
• Long-term career growth and leadership opportunities.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse client portfolio across multiple industries.

Ideal Candidate

A hands-on public accounting professional who can confidently lead Compilation, Review, and Audit engagements while mentoring junior staff. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Audit Supervisor or Audit Manager ready to take ownership of the department and contribute to the organization's continued success.