Assurance Manager

Smith and Howard

$95K — $115K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting or finance
  • CPA license required
  • 5-12 years of public accounting experience preferred
  • Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience
  • Industry experience in nonprofit, construction, and manufacturing/distribution
  • Knowledge of GAAP and basic accounting principles
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Responsibilities

  • Adhere to client confidentiality and quality standards
  • Plan and oversee complex audit engagements from start to finish
  • Supervise and mentor team staff, fostering their professional growth
  • Build and maintain trusted client relationships through proactive communication
  • Analyze audit results and provide strategic business recommendations
  • Collaborate with departments to enhance service delivery and firm growth
  • Achieve chargeable hour and performance targets

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional growth through mentorship
  • Engagement in diverse industries including nonprofit and construction
  • Dynamic work environment with a focus on team collaboration
  • Chance to serve as a trusted advisor to clients
  • Access to continuous learning and development opportunities
Full Job Description
Assurance Manager

Summary
In our Assurance Manager role, you will lead audit engagements from planning through completion while providing exceptional client service, mentoring team members, and ensuring high-quality, timely deliverables. You'll serve as a trusted advisor to clients, oversee engagement performance, and help drive the growth and success of both our clients and the firm.

Essential Functions
  • Adhere to firm policies regarding client confidentiality, quality standards, and professional conduct.
  • Plan, manage, and oversee complex audit engagements from planning through completion, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, engagement profitability, and high-quality workpapers.
  • Supervise, delegate, review, and mentor staff while fostering professional growth and team development.
  • Serve as a primary client contact, building trusted relationships through proactive communication, exceptional service, and a deep understanding of client needs.
  • Analyze audit results and provide meaningful financial statement guidance, business recommendations, and solutions that support client success.
  • Collaborate across departments to identify opportunities, coordinate services, and contribute to the growth of the firm.
  • Meet chargeable hour and performance goals.

Position Requirements
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting/finance or other relevant degree program
  • Experience in the following industries: nonprofit, construction, and manufacturing and distribution
  • CPA license required
  • Five to twelve years of public accounting experience, preferred
  • Minimum two years previous supervisory experience
  • Knowledge of basic accounting procedures and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
  • Ability to multi-task with excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Must be able to meet assigned deadlines in a fast-paced, team environment

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