Audit Manager - Specialty Lending

Audit Manager - Specialty Lending - Raleigh, NC

An experienced audit professional with 5+ years of public accounting audit experience and a CPA. Oversee full-cycle audits, supervise teams, improve processes, and manage client relationships and engagement economics. Full-time role available immediately. Hybrid position within a confidential firm location. To lead multiple audit engagements, strengthen audit quality, mentor staff, and support firm growth through excellence in client service. Collaborative, growth-focused, and supportive of professional development. Competitive and commensurate with experience.

The Audit Manager leads the audit process from planning through completion while supervising, developing, and motivating audit staff and seniors. This role includes researching complex audit issues, improving internal processes, managing multiple engagements, and developing strong end-to-end client relationships.

Key responsibilities include gaining comprehensive knowledge of client operations and keeping clients informed on engagement status and economics. Communicate engagement progress, issues, and resolutions clearly to clients. Stay current on audit practices and train the team on new methods and standards. Monitor billable hour budgets and analyze variances. Lead multiple audit and accounting projects simultaneously. Delegate and oversee assignments to ensure accuracy and efficiency. Identify and resolve complex audit challenges with input from stakeholders. Create developmental plans for staff and evaluate progress. Provide coaching, training, and direction to the audit team. Support business development through networking, community involvement, and professional events. Build and maintain exceptional client relationships. Participate in recruiting efforts and celebrate team successes. Deliver constructive performance feedback and support promotion readiness assessments.

Qualifications include a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. 5+ years of recent public accounting audit experience. CPA certification required. Demonstrated success in developing or expanding client service opportunities. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Experience hiring, developing, and leading audit professionals.