We are seeking an
Audit Manager to join our
Houston, TX office. The Audit Manager is responsible for leading client engagements, delivering high-quality service through technical quality control, cost effectiveness, accuracy, and timeliness. Designs, plans, organizes, manages, and drives the engagement planning, organization, field work, drafting and finalization of financial statements, and any additional engagement components.
Responsibilities:- Lead engagement teams serving clients in industries such as manufacturing, construction, governmental, non-profit, wholesale, distribution, retail, hospitality, and more
- Lead, plan, and manage audits, reviews, compilations, and special projects
- Design, participate, and lead engagements including planning, field work, control analysis and testing, substantive procedures, and identify and assist clients with business issues and reporting
- Prepare, review, and/or finalize financial statements, work papers, audit programs, and management reports
- Review, assess, and analyze client internal controls; make recommendations to improve internal controls
- Work closely with clients and associates to identify and understand engagement risk assessments and develop mitigating risk recommendations
- Prepare tax accruals for financial statements
- Apply technical expertise and interpret laws, regulations and standards to formulate client-related recommendations
- Build, direct, and foster motivated, empowered, and engaged teams
- Review the work of interns and associates and provide coaching, forward feedback based on observable behavior in real time to assist staff in developing technical and soft skills
- Collaborate with Senior Managers and Shareholders on sales opportunities; actively participate in business development activities and begin to build a book of business
- Stay abreast of current audit regulations and best practices; commit to ongoing personal professional development and continuous improvement plans
Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, or equivalent degree
- CPA license required
- 5+ years' of current experience in an audit practice with a local, regional or Big Four firm
- Excellent analytical, critical thinking skills, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to effectively communicate in a professional manner with all levels of personnel internally and externally
- Strong presentation skills
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Ability to adapt quickly to new technology platforms
- Ability to work independently, but also in a team environment
- Ability to proactively manage multiple deadlines and engagements concurrently
- Detailed oriented
- Strong leadership skills; ability to inspire, motivate, and develop team members and direct reports
