Manager (A&A)

Job Description

Manager – Audit & Assurance



Alegria & Company, P.S. | Yakima or Prosser, Washington

Job Type

Full-time

Pay Range

$100,000 – $150,000

Bonus

Opportunities

Location

Yakima or Prosser

Are you ready to join an innovative CPA firm serving a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple industries and locations? Alegria & Company, P.S. is a growth-focused public accounting firm based in Yakima, Washington, with an additional office in Prosser. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality client service through modern technology, strong communication, and a collaborative team environment.

Due to continued client and firm growth, we are expanding our team and looking for talented professionals who want to build their careers with us. We are seeking an Assurance Manager who is ready to lead audit and assurance engagements, manage client relationships, mentor developing professionals, and contribute to the continued growth of the firm.

Why Join Alegria?

At Alegria, you will find the professional opportunities of a larger public accounting firm with the accessibility, flexibility, and personal relationships of a local firm. Our managers work directly with clients, partners, and firm leadership while helping shape engagement execution, team development, and client service strategies.

·   Direct access to partners and firm leadership

·   Opportunities to lead client relationships and influence engagement strategy

·   Diverse client work across multiple industries and service lines

·   Meaningful role in staff development, mentorship, and practice growth

·   Modern technology and efficient workflow processes

·   Supportive, team-oriented culture with open communication

·   Competitive compensation, bonus opportunities, and comprehensive benefits package

·   Clear opportunities for continued professional growth and increasing leadership responsibility

About the Role

This role is ideal for an experienced public accounting professional who enjoys leading teams, developing client relationships, and providing strategic guidance on accounting, financial reporting, and assurance matters. The Assurance Manager will oversee multiple engagements, manage client expectations and budgets, review complex financial statements and workpapers, and help drive high-quality client service and team performance.

As an Assurance Manager, You Can Expect To:

·   Manage audit, review, and other assurance engagements from planning through completion.

·   Serve as a primary relationship manager for assigned assurance clients, proactively communicating engagement status, expectations, risks, and recommendations.

·   Oversee engagement budgets, workflow, realization, billing, and profitability while maintaining quality standards.

·   Review financial statements, footnotes, management letters, workpapers, audit programs, and engagement documentation.

·   Apply professional standards, firm methodologies, and quality control procedures to support high-quality engagement execution.

·   Research complex accounting and auditing matters and provide practical recommendations to clients and firm leadership.

·   Identify opportunities to provide value-added services and expand client relationships.

·   Develop external relationships with bankers, attorneys, and other professional networks.

·   Supervise, coach, and mentor team members, including assigning work, reviewing performance, and providing timely feedback.

·   Promote the firm’s professional image, collaborative culture, and commitment to client service excellence.

You Will Be Successful Here If You:

·   Are a results-oriented professional with a commitment to quality, accuracy, and continuous

improvement.

·   Communicate clearly and professionally with clients, team members, managers, and partners.

·   Demonstrate ownership, accountability, sound professional judgment, and strong project management skills.

·   Can manage multiple engagements and priorities in a fast-paced public accounting environment.

·   Enjoy mentoring others and helping team members develop professionally.

·   Work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative leadership team.

Technical and Professional Skills

·   Strong understanding of accounting principles, audit methodologies, and professional standards.

·   Advanced analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.

·   Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.

·   Experience with public accounting workflow and research tools is helpful, including CCH Engagement, Axcess Practice, WorkStream, Knowledge Coach, and Fixed Assets CS.

Qualifications

·   Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required.

·   Active CPA license required.

·   Five or more years of public accounting experience required.

·   Experience managing audit and attestation engagements within a mid- to large-size firm preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

Alegria offers competitive compensation and a benefits package designed to support your professional and personal well-being, including:

·   Annual salary range of $100,000 to $150,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

·   Bonus opportunities.

·   Medical coverage.

·   Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.

·   401(k).

·   Paid Time Off.

Ready to Lead With Us?

If you are looking for a role where you can lead meaningful client relationships, develop people, and help shape the continued growth of a strong local public accounting firm, we would be excited to connect with you.