Audit Senior Manager

JOB SUMMARY

As an Audit Senior Manager, you will be a pivotal leader responsible for overseeing and directing the execution of audit engagements across our diverse clientele. Your extensive experience in audit and assurance, combined with exceptional leadership skills, will drive the firm's commitment to delivering top-tier client service, maintaining the highest standards of quality, and fostering the professional growth of your team.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Engagement Leadership

• Lead and manage a team of audit professionals, including managers, seniors, and staff members, in planning, executing, and concluding audit engagements
• Ensure adherence to engagement timelines, budgets, and firm standards

Client Relationship Management

• Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact for audit engagements
• Provide strategic insights and recommendations to clients for enhancing financial processes, controls, and reporting

Audit Planning and Strategy

• Collaborate with partners and directors to develop comprehensive audit strategies and plans that align with client objectives, risks, and regulatory requirements
• Oversee resource allocation, assignment of roles, and development of audit programs

Audit Execution, Review and Technical Expertise

• Perform intricate audit procedures and review complex accounting and auditing matters to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial statements and disclosures
• Apply deep technical knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP), auditing standards, and regulations

Team Development and Mentorship

• Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the audit team
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and coaching to managers, seniors, and staff members, enabling their success and development

Quality Control and Assurance

• Ensure that audit documentation, reports, and conclusions meet the highest standards of accuracy, completeness, and compliance with firm policies and regulatory guidelines
• Implement best practices to enhance the quality and efficiency of audit engagements

Business Development

• Identify opportunities to expand the firm's client base and service offerings
• Contribute to business development activities, including client proposals, presentations, and networking

Risk Management

• Assess and manage risks associated with audit engagements, including potential areas of concern, conflicts, and liability
• Implement strategies to mitigate and minimize risks for the firm and clients

Thought Leadership

• Stay current with evolving accounting standards, industry trends, and regulatory changes
• Share insights and knowledge with the audit team and contribute to the firm's thought leadership initiatives

Supervisory responsibilities

Will supervise subordinate team members

Work environment

Work is conducted in a professional office environment with minimal distractions

Physical demands

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and performing work in front of a computer screen for long periods of time

Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at a time

Travel required

Travel may be frequent and unpredictable, depending on client's needs

Required education and experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• 8+ years of relevant experience
• 5+ years of relevant audit experience within a CPA firm, with progressive leadership responsibilities
• CPA license is required; equivalent certifications are required for IT audit
• Responsible for completing the minimum CPE credit requirement
• Specific positions may require additional industry or specialization certifications

Preferred education and experience

Experience in professional service environment, such as a CPA firm, financial consulting firm, or similar setting

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the colleague for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

WHO WE ARE

UHY is one of the nation's largest professional services firms providing audit, tax, consulting and advisory services to clients primarily in the dynamic middle market. We are trailblazers who bring our experience from working within numerous industries to our clients so that we can provide them with a 360-degree view of their businesses. Together with our clients, UHY works collaboratively to develop flexible, innovative solutions that meet our clients' business challenges. As an independent member of UHY International, we are proud to be a part of a top 20 international network of independent accounting and consulting firms.

WHAT WE OFFER

POSITIVE WORK ENVIRONMENT

Enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment where teamwork is valued.

ATTRACTIVE COMPENSATION PACKAGES

Our compensation is competitive and tailored to reflect the role, qualifications, and expertise of each individual.