Financial Institutions Audit Manager

Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC is seeking an Audit Manager for their financial institutions practice, based in our Atlanta, Georgia location. 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.Job Responsibilities:CLIENT SERVICE EXCELLENCEServes as client’s first point of contactApplies knowledge of financial institutions industry to client relationshipsUnderstands importance of fostering a personal relationship with appropriate individuals at clientProactively provides client with relevant information (industry developments, accounting guidance) throughout the year to create and maintain client loyaltyDelegates appropriately while considering engagement economics as well as providing development opportunities for team and selfManages and meets the expectations of self, team, and clientsAccepts 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 mannerKnows financial institution client’s business goals, strategy and what motivates the client; serves as a valued business advisor for appropriate client managementPerforms additional tasks as neededPEOPLE MANAGEMENT/RELATIONSHIPSParticipates in Firm activities (facilitating CPE, recruiting, inspections, etc.)Trains staff through on-the-job training and facilitating internal CPEProvides real-time and ongoing constructive feedback (both positive & constructive) to entire engagement teamWillingly serves as a Career Advisor for younger team membersSuccessfully has difficult conversations with clients and engagement team membersPossesses the maturity to serve as a role model for staff (client interactions, Work/Life balance, etc.)PRODUCTIVITY & BUSINESS GROWTHMeets chargeable hour and margin goalsDisplays an ability to set and maintain business development goalsManages existing financial institution client relationships to learn about existing and/or potential needsUnderstands dynamics of our relationship and engagement history with the client; uses information about prior work to improve current engagement efficienciesStrong awareness of engagement economics and the key drivers of success/profitability; involved in billing process and financial arrangementsIdentifies out of scope work and tactfully discusses the issue with client, if appropriateStrong project management and multi-tasking skills; can meet or exceed time and budget expectationsUnderstands M&J’s service line offerings in all business units, but particularly within the financial institutions areaParticipates in internal/external networking activities while enhancing existing COI networkParticipates in proposal process: prospective client meetings, proposal drafting, budget developmentDevelops and begins to demonstrate strong negotiation skillsEXPERTISEPossesses ability to research, interpret, document and arrive at appropriate conclusionsUnderstands and applies M&J’s quality standards for self, team and clientIs able to effectively and efficiently work on multiple engagements at one time, while maintaining excellent client serviceIdentifies complex accounting issuesCompletes Manager level review for engagements in accordance with M&J’s quality control policiesPossesses the writing skills to draft client deliverables (financial report, management letter, Audit Committee communication, etc.)Delivers effective presentations and is able to adjust presentation style based on audience (key client meetings, COI, industry, etc.)Required Skills/Abilities:Understanding of financial institution industry-specific audit information/requirementsSolid interpersonal and communication skillsManaging, coaching, and developing staff accountantsManaging multiple audit client engagements throughout the yearMarketing the Firm and servicesSome travel/on-site engagements may be requiredMust be able to work with partners and staff in face-to-face, hybrid and remote environmentsEducation and Experience:B.A./B.S. in AccountingHold an Active CPA LicensePublic accounting experience or equivalentExperience with audits of financial institutions preferredOffice Location: Atlanta, with remote/hybrid opportunities availableTraining:In addition to on-the-job training, all employees will have multiple continuing education opportunities throughout the year. Depending on work assignments, you will attend industry-specific training internally and/or externally. We also provide ample opportunities to learn new and innovative skills to become a thought leader within the Accounting industry.Salary: CompetitiveBenefits:At M&J, we do not ask you to give up your personal life for your career; we encourage a healthy work/life balance by providing you with the tools, compensation, and benefits to achieve a high quality of life. To learn more about the benefits we provide, visit mjcpa.com/careers.Mauldin and Jenkins Culture:Your goals and ideas matter at Mauldin & Jenkins – you are an integral part of our team, working with other like-minded professionals in a technologically advanced, dynamic and friendly environment. Our dynamic environment provides opportunities for our employees to succeed.Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC 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