Job Summary
The Audit Manager is responsible for managing audit engagements from planning through completion, ensuring high-quality service delivery, compliance with professional standards, and effective client relationships. This role leads engagement teams, reviews audit work, manages budgets and timelines, and serves as a primary point of contact for clients.
Essential Functions
• Plan, manage, and oversee audit engagements, including risk assessment and audit strategy
• Review audit workpapers and financial statements for quality, accuracy, and compliance
• Supervise, coach, and evaluate engagement team members
• Manage engagement budgets, timelines, and resource allocation
• Communicate audit findings, issues, and recommendations to clients and firm leadership
• Support business development efforts and client relationship management
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
• Active CPA license
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, and PCAOB standards (as applicable)
• Demonstrated experience managing audit engagements and leading teams
• Proficiency in audit software and Microsoft Office applications
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with complex or multi-location audit engagements
• Prior experience managing public company or regulated industry audits
Physical & Cognitive Demands
• Prolonged periods of sitting and computer use
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally
• Ability to exercise professional judgment, analyze complex information, and manage competing priorities
Work Environment Including Travel
• On-Site
• Travel to client locations as required
• Moderate noise level typical of a professional office environment