Audit Manager

Lead High-Impact Client Engagements While Building Your Path to Firm Leadership This Jobot Job is hosted by: Howard Santos Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $90,000 - $125,000 per year A bit about us: A well-established and growing public accounting and business advisory firm is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to join its assurance practice. This is an opportunity to step into a key leadership role where you'll oversee client engagements, mentor high-performing professionals, and collaborate directly with firm leadership on strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate is a client-focused accounting professional who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys developing staff, and possesses strong technical expertise in audit and assurance services. This role offers significant visibility, leadership responsibility, and long-term career advancement potential within a respected regional firm. Why join us? Visible leadership role with direct interaction with firm partners and executive leadership. Opportunity to influence firm operations, processes, and future growth initiatives. Collaborative, team-oriented culture that emphasizes mentorship and professional development. Diverse client base offering exposure to multiple industries and business environments. Clear path for continued advancement and expanded leadership responsibilities. Job Details What You'll Do As an Audit Manager, you will be responsible for the overall execution of assurance engagements while serving as a trusted advisor to clients and a mentor to team members. Engagement Leadership Plan, manage, and oversee multiple audit, review, compilation, and attestation engagements simultaneously. Ensure engagements are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with professional standards. Review workpapers, financial statements, reports, and client deliverables for quality and accuracy. Identify and resolve technical accounting and auditing issues as they arise. Manage engagement risk assessments and ensure compliance with regulatory and professional requirements. Client Relationship Management Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the engagement lifecycle. Build and maintain strong relationships with business owners, executives, boards, and finance leaders. Understand client operations and proactively identify opportunities for value-added services. Present audit findings, recommendations, and insights to client leadership teams. Help clients navigate complex accounting matters and evolving compliance requirements. Team Leadership & Development Supervise, mentor, and develop audit seniors, staff accountants, and emerging leaders. Conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing coaching and feedback. Delegate assignments effectively while maintaining engagement quality standards. Support recruiting, onboarding, and staff development initiatives. Foster a collaborative culture focused on continuous learning and professional growth. Firm Leadership & Process Improvement Partner with leadership to enhance audit methodologies, efficiencies, and best practices. Stay current on changes in accounting standards, auditing guidance, and industry trends. Contribute to strategic planning initiatives and practice growth efforts. Participate in business development, networking, and community engagement activities. Assist with identifying new service opportunities within existing client relationships. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 7 years of progressive public accounting experience with a concentration in audit and assurance services. Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and auditing standards. Experience managing multiple client engagements and supervising professional staff. Excellent project management, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to develop and maintain trusted client relationships. Proficiency with accounting software, audit technologies, Microsoft Office, and cloud-based applications. Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. 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