We are looking for an experienced Audit Manager to lead audit, review, and compilation engagements for a well-established CPA firm in the Allentown / Lehigh Valley area.
This role is a strong fit for someone with public accounting experience who enjoys leading engagements, working directly with clients, reviewing financial statements and workpapers, and mentoring staff. The Audit Manager will play a key role in keeping engagements organized, accurate, and on schedule while maintaining strong client relationships and firm quality standards.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants visibility with firm leadership, a collaborative small-firm environment, and long-term growth within audit, assurance, accounting, and client advisory services.
Responsibilities- Lead audit, review, and compilation engagements from planning through completion
- Review financial statements, workpapers, audit documentation, and supporting schedules
- Supervise, train, and mentor audit staff during engagements
- Manage engagement timelines, budgets, deadlines, and client deliverables
- Communicate directly with clients to gather information, answer questions, and provide updates
- Identify audit issues, risks, process gaps, and areas for improvement
- Ensure work is completed in accordance with GAAP, GAAS, and firm quality standards
- Prepare and review financial statements and related disclosures
- Support partners with client relationship management and advisory needs
- Assist with staff development, workflow improvements, and audit department efficiency
Requirements- 5+ years of public accounting audit experience preferred
- Experience managing audit, review, and compilation engagements
- Strong understanding of GAAP, GAAS, financial statements, and audit procedures
- Experience supervising, training, or reviewing the work of staff accountants
- Ability to manage multiple client engagements and deadlines at the same time
- Strong client communication and relationship management skills
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
- Proficiency with accounting, audit, and Microsoft Office tools
- CPA license preferred, or actively pursuing CPA
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
- Must be local to the Allentown / Lehigh Valley area or able to reliably commute
Benefits- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Opportunity to work with an established CPA firm
- Direct visibility to firm leadership and partners
- Collaborative small-firm environment
- Opportunity to manage client relationships and lead audit engagements
- Professional growth and leadership development
- Stable client base with a variety of accounting, audit, tax, and consulting services
- Long-term career growth opportunity within the firm
