Audit Manager

Hawkins Ash CPAs is hiring an Audit Manager for our Brookfield or Mequon office. Build your career in a collaborative environment where your contributions matter, your growth is supported, and the people around you take pride in helping clients and communities succeed. Hawkins Ash CPAs is a Top 200 public accounting firm with 200+ professionals across 11 offices in Wisconsin and Minnesota. We provide audit, tax, advisory, and accounting services to businesses, nonprofit organizations, credit unions, and individuals throughout the region. Our firm combines the expertise and resources of a larger firm with the approachable culture and strong relationships of a regional practice. Our professionals work closely with experienced leaders, develop meaningful client relationships, and have opportunities to expand their technical expertise and leadership skills. Whether you're early in your accounting career or looking to take the next step as an experienced professional, Hawkins Ash CPAs offers opportunities to develop your skills, build lasting relationships, and make a meaningful impact for clients. What you’ll do: Perform audits, reviews, compilations, and agreed‑upon‑procedures for not‑for‑profit entities, commercial entities, and employee benefit plans Plan the engagement, perform fieldwork, prepare full disclosure financial statements and required reports for management and regulating agencies, perform other non‑audit accounting services, and prepare tax returns (if applicable) Travel to/from engagements, which includes some overnight travel when needed Respond to RFP’s Evaluate and provide staff with leadership and career guidance Actively participate in community activities to develop positive relationships with community leaders and members Prepare workpapers and returns for tax clients Attend continuing professional education seminars Travel to/from engagements, which may include overnight travel as needed Perform other duties as assigned Our ideal candidate will have: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field, with CPA or CPA eligibility Six years of experience providing accounting and financial services is preferred; exceptions can occur based on work to be performed Exceptional communication and strong multi‑tasking skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and accounting software packagesAbility to work extended hours as necessary Ability to travel to local client sites as needed (some overnight may be required) As a team member, you’ll enjoy the following benefits: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) employer match Paid time off Paid holidays Wellness program Flexible work‑life balance Paid community service day #J-18808-Ljbffr