• This is with a Public Accounting Firm and requires Public Accounting experience as well as an active CPA license*

Job Title: Audit Manager

Job Location: Hybrid

Job Salary: $120k-$150k (DOE)

Requirements: 5+ Years of Public Accounting Audit Experience

Position Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Audit Manager to lead complex audit engagements, ensure technical excellence and compliance, and drive high-quality client service. The Audit Manager will plan and execute financial and compliance audits, supervise and develop audit teams, and serve as a primary client contact. The role requires a licensed CPA with strong public accounting audit experience and the ability to apply professional standards across a variety of industries. Experience with government, employee benefit plans, or industry specialties such as construction, real estate, healthcare, and nonprofit organizations is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution and completion of financial statement and compliance audits for public sector, private, and nonprofit clients, ensuring work is completed on time and within budget.
• Manage engagement teams: assign tasks, review workpapers, provide technical guidance, mentor staff and conduct performance feedback and training.
• Perform technical reviews for accuracy and compliance with auditing standards (AICPA, PCAOB, GASB as applicable) and accounting standards (GAAP).
• Assess client risk and internal control environments, design and implement audit procedures to address areas of higher risk, and document findings and recommendations.
• Serve as primary client liaison: communicate audit scope, findings, timelines, and recommendations to client management and governance bodies, and build strong client relationships.
• Oversee Employee Benefit Plan (EBP) audits including single-employer and multiple-employer plans and ensure compliance with DOL and ERISA requirements where applicable.
• Coordinate and lead government and State and Local Government audits and compliance engagements, applying relevant governmental auditing standards and regulations.
• Draft and present clear, actionable audit reports and management letters, and follow up on remediation efforts where necessary.
• Contribute to practice development by identifying new business opportunities, preparing proposals, and supporting client relationship growth within target industries (construction, real estate, healthcare, nonprofit).
• Promote quality control and assurance practices across engagements, ensure timely resolution of technical issues, and uphold firm policies and professional ethics.

Qualifications

• Active CPA license required.
• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g., CIA, CGFM) a plus.
• Minimum 5+ years of public accounting audit experience with progressive supervisory responsibilities; demonstrated experience managing full audit cycles.
• Strong technical knowledge of auditing standards (AICPA, PCAOB, GASB) and accounting principles (GAAP), with proven ability to perform technical reviews.
• Experience with Employee Benefit Plans (EBP) audits and familiarity with ERISA and DOL requirements preferred.
• Hands-on experience or exposure to Government and State and Local Government engagements is highly desirable.
• Experience auditing nonprofit organizations (NFP) and knowledge of fund accounting and compliance requirements a plus.
• Industry experience in construction, real estate, or healthcare is advantageous and will be considered a differentiator.
• Excellent leadership, communication and client-facing skills; ability to present complex information clearly to executives and governance bodies.
• Proven project management skills, ability to manage multiple engagements, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines, with attention to detail and strong analytical ability.
• Proficiency with audit software and Microsoft Office applications; experience with data analytics and workflow tools is a plus.

Benefits

• pays 100% of premium on life insurance
• 100% of premium on long-term disability
• 100% premium on short-term disability.
• Flex spending accounts
• 401k and profit sharing
• CPA study reimbursement
• Close by 3:00 on Fridays during summer
• Jeans throughout the year
• Firm events include, sporting events, golf outing, wine tasting tours and more
• Snacks all year round and dinners during tax season
• Experience working with management and partner group
• A strong culture of collaboration and teamwork
• Generous paid time off and holidays