Financial Services Audit Manager - Funds & Alternatives

Financial Services Audit Manager - Funds & Alternatives There's a point in most audit careers where you want more say in how things are run - which clients you take on, how your team develops and where the practice goes next. This is that kind of role. A leading national firm with one of the most respected financial services teams in public accounting is looking to appoint a Financial Services Audit Manager in New York. You'll oversee a portfolio of asset management and alternative investment clients - fund managers, private funds and related entities - with real autonomy and the backing of a partner group that is actively building the team. Northern New Jersey is also available as a base, and the team works a hybrid pattern of around three days a week in the office. Why it stands out Managers here are treated as future leaders of the practice rather than engagement administrators. As Financial Services Audit Manager, you'll have a direct line to partners, a voice in client strategy and the opportunity to grow your own portfolio. The practice has grown consistently, and there is a visible, merit-based path to senior manager and beyond for those who want it. What you'll be doing Owning the relationship with a portfolio of funds and asset management clients, acting as a trusted adviser to their finance leadership Driving multiple engagements at once - setting scope, timetables and budgets, and making sure they land Reviewing financial statements, workpapers and disclosures, and resolving technical issues as they arise Mentoring seniors and associates, managing performance and shaping career development across the team Working closely with partners on risk, quality and client strategy Monitoring billing, realisation and engagement economics Identifying opportunities to broaden existing relationships and supporting proposals for new work What we're looking for An active CPA licence Five or more years in public accounting, ideally including some time in a manager or acting manager capacity Deep audit experience with financial services clients - private equity, hedge funds, private credit, venture capital or registered funds Strong command of US GAAP, investment company reporting and fair value A natural people leader who genuinely enjoys developing others A confident, polished client presence and the ability to handle difficult conversations calmly Experience with SEC-registered entities or capital markets work would be a definite plus What's on offer Base salary of $140,000 - $175,000, plus discretionary bonus Hybrid working - about three days a week in the office, with New Jersey as an alternative to the New York office Clear progression towards senior manager, with partner-track potential for the right person Comprehensive benefits including health, retirement plan and generous paid time off Ongoing technical and leadership development, including support with continuing education A high-calibre client list and a team that values judgement over hours logged - a combination that's rarer in public accounting than it should be #J-18808-Ljbffr