Assurance Manager

Baker Tilly•Milwaukee, WI

75d

About The Position

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world’s leading financial centers. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International. This role is an Audit Manager in the real estate and construction sector, serving as a valued business advisor delivering industry-focused audit and other assurance services to middle market clients. You will work side-by-side with firm leadership to serve clients and build the business, having a direct impact on the firm’s success. Additionally, you will be a mentor and coach to a group of talented staff, utilizing your expertise to help develop their technical and professional skills. Baker Tilly offers upward career trajectory, flexibility in how and where work is done, and meaningful relationships with clients, teammates, and leadership.

Requirements

5 years of experience
4-year degree
CPA
Highly developed software and Microsoft Suite skills
Eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship preferred

Nice To Haves

Experience serving clients in the Real Estate/Construction industry
Five (5) + years’ experience providing financial statement auditing services in a professional services firm desired
Two (2) + years of supervisory experience, mentoring and counseling associates desired
Demonstrated management, analytical, organization, interpersonal, project management, communication skills
Ability to lead and supervise others, provide exceptional client service, demonstrate commitment to continuous learning in order to stay current regarding applicable strategies, see the "big picture" as well as the details, display appropriate ethical knowledge and commitment, and exhibit a sense of urgency and commitment to quality and the timely completion of projects.

Responsibilities

Be a trusted member of the engagement team providing various assurance and consulting services to industry specific clients, positively impacting their financial statements, profitability, and business operations.
Proactively engage with clients throughout the year to understand business goals and challenges.
Implement appropriate testing to assess deficiencies of internal controls and make recommendations for improvement.
Manage all fieldwork to ensure quality service and timely delivery of results.
Play an active role in providing valuable financial statement guidance and business recommendations based upon various testing performed and information gathered.
Deliver business insight through thoughtful review, analysis, and discussion.
Assist with managing client engagement staffing, billings/collections, and ensure client profitability targets are met.
Utilize entrepreneurial skills to network and build strong relationships internally and externally with clients and the community.
Invest in professional development individually and through participation in firm wide learning and development programs.
Support the growth and development of team members through the Baker Tilly Care and Teach philosophy, helping associates meet their professional goals.