Audit Manager

Audit Manager Rea is a Top 100 business advisory and accounting firm located in Dublin, Ohio, offering services in tax, accounting, and business consulting. The firm provides competitive compensation, a robust benefits plan, and opportunities for professional growth, including a path to partnership. Responsibilities Control Environment Apply knowledge of controls to establish or enhance effectiveness and mitigate risks of policies and procedures. Use a broad understanding of objectives and components of the overall control environment and supervisory controls. Validate and assess the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting. Identify and communicate suggestions to management and audit committees to improve client internal controls and accounting procedures. Delegate audit functions to the auditor in charge as appropriate. Supervise audit team work and review workpapers during audit fieldwork. Provide on‑job training to engagement staff during audit fieldwork. GAAP Apply governing principles to client transactions and document the application. Identify and consult with clients on the impact of new accounting pronouncements. Monitor and communicate important professional and industry pronouncements. Present and discuss alternative GAAP interpretations and arguments. Draft complex financial statements and related footnote disclosures, communicating effectively to the client. Identify complex accounting issues, document resolution, and consult technical experts as needed. GAAS Apply professional standards and communicate understanding and application during engagements. Use knowledge of GAAS, PCAOB (if applicable), and other professional standards to supervise work. Provide guidance to staff and affirm conclusions made by others. Communicate matters required to be reported to audit committees or boards. Employ efficiency tools such as statistical sampling and CAATS. Methodology Apply audit standards that guide effective and efficient delivery of services. Conduct detailed reviews to assure audits comply with assurance manual standards. Prepare or review communications to management and audit committees, ensuring timeliness and completeness. Recommend appropriate outcomes for critical issues. Initiate and prepare client acceptance/retention procedures. Plan and oversee the audit process, ensuring quality, efficiency, and completeness under tight deadlines. Execute proper methodology, including archiving procedures. Research Use methodology to seek and maintain information from authoritative sources and draw conclusions. Define methodology for research projects and complete on time. Apply comprehensive knowledge of research tools and draw conclusions. Prepare memos supporting research or conclusions and consult with others as needed. Present issues to PIC or reviewer accurately. Organize and conduct internal CPE training sessions as required. Job Performance Responsibilities Plan and review audit processes and procedures, including budgeting and staffing. Monitor engagement process and actual time against budget, with senior assistance. Bill and manage out‑of‑scope activities and communication to clients. Collect accounts receivable in a timely manner. Manage client relationships and expectations throughout the project. Provide timely advice to clients. Supervisory Responsibilities Supervise associates, senior associates, and supervisors on all projects. Review work prepared by staff and provide comments. Act as a career advisor to team members. Schedule and manage staff workload. Provide verbal and written performance feedback. Coach staff for on‑job learning. Perform other duties as required. Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree in accounting or an equivalent field. Master’s degree (MBA or Master’s in Accountancy) is optional. Experience Five (5) or more years of prior public accounting experience. Prior significant supervisory experience. Licenses / Certifications Licensed CPA. Benefits Health care plan (Medical, Dental & Vision). Retirement plan (401(k) with 3% contribution). Life insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D). Family leave (Maternity, paternity). Short‑term & long‑term disability. Training & development. Wellness resources. Four weeks paid time off. Twelve paid holidays, including three floating holidays. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rea