Financial Institutions Audit Manager

Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC is seeking an Audit Manager for their financial institutions practice, based in Atlanta, Georgia. We are a Top 100 CPA Firm headquartered in Atlanta, with offices throughout the Southeast. We have been one continuous entity since 1918 and now have approximately 550 total personnel. Responsibilities Serves as client’s first point of contact Applies knowledge of financial institutions industry to client relationships Understands importance of fostering a personal relationship with appropriate individuals at client Proactively provides client with relevant information (industry developments, accounting guidance) throughout the year to create and maintain client loyalty Delegates appropriately while considering engagement economics as well as providing development opportunities for the team and self Manages and meets the expectations of self, team, and clients Accepts responsibility to complete audit engagements, ready for Partner review within established timeframe and budget; keeps the Partner informed on engagement status and key issues in a timely manner Knows financial institution client’s business goals, strategy and what motivates the client; serves as a valued business advisor for appropriate client management People Management / Relationships Participates in Firm activities (facilitating CPE, recruiting, inspections, etc.) Trains staff through on-the-job training and facilitating internal CPE Provides real-time and ongoing constructive feedback to the engagement team Willingly serves as a Career Advisor for younger team members Successfully has difficult conversations with clients and engagement team members Possesses the maturity to serve as a role model for staff Productivity & Business Growth Meets chargeable hour and margin goals Displays an ability to set and maintain business development goals Manages existing financial institution client relationships to learn about needs Understands dynamics of relationship and engagement history to improve current engagement efficiencies Strong awareness of engagement economics and the key drivers of success/profitability; involved in billing process and financial arrangements Identifies out of scope work and discusses the issue with the client, if appropriate Strong project management and multi-tasking skills; can meet or exceed time and budget expectations Understands M&J’s service line offerings, particularly within the financial institutions area Participates in internal/external networking and expansion of COI network Participates in proposal process: prospective client meetings, proposal drafting, budget development Develops and demonstrates strong negotiation skills Expertise Ability to research, interpret, document and arrive at appropriate conclusions Understands and applies M&J’s quality standards for self, team and client Effectively and efficiently works on multiple engagements while maintaining excellent client service Identifies complex accounting issues Completes Manager level review for engagements in accordance with M&J’s quality control policies Has writing skills to draft client deliverables (financial reports, management letters, Audit Committee communications, etc.) Delivers effective presentations and adapts presentation style to audience Required Skills / Abilities Understanding of financial institution industry-specific audit information / requirements Solid interpersonal and communication skills Managing, coaching, and developing staff accountants Managing multiple audit client engagements throughout the year Marketing the Firm and services Some travel / on-site engagements may be required Ability to work with partners and staff in face-to-face, hybrid and remote environments Education and Experience B.A./B.S. in Accounting Active CPA License Public accounting experience or equivalent Experience with audits of financial institutions preferred Office Location Atlanta, with remote/hybrid opportunities available Training On-the-job training plus continuing education opportunities throughout the year. Depending on work assignments, you will attend industry-specific training internally and/or externally. We also provide opportunities to learn new skills to contribute as a thought leader in the Accounting industry. Salary Competitive Benefits We support a healthy work/life balance with tools, compensation, and benefits to achieve a high quality of life. For details, visit mjcpa.com/careers. Equal Opportunity Mauldin & Jenkins is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mauldin & Jenkins