Audit & Assurance Manager

Talley LLP•Orange, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Assurance Manager will work closely with Audit & Assurance leadership to manage client engagements, lead fieldwork, and support team development. This role requires strong technical expertise, effective project management, and a client-focused mindset. The Assurance Manager serves as a key point of contact for clients and plays a critical role in delivering high-quality audit and assurance services while identifying opportunities to add value through cross-functional collaboration.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required
Active CPA license required
5–8 years of public accounting experience in audit/assurance
Prior experience supervising and reviewing staff work
Strong knowledge of GAAP and auditing standards
Excellent project management and organizational skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
High level of professionalism and client service orientation
Ability to travel to client sites as needed

Nice To Haves

Experience with CCH Engagement, Knowledge Coach, and ARM is a plus

Responsibilities

Manage audit and assurance engagements from planning through completion
Coordinate timelines, budgets, and deliverables across multiple engagements
Review staff workpapers and ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance
Communicate engagement status, risks, and key issues to senior leadership
Ensure timely completion of deliverables and resolution of review notes
Plan and perform audit and assurance procedures, including risk assessment and testing
Prepare and review financial statements and related disclosures
Apply GAAP and relevant auditing standards to client engagements
Research and resolve technical accounting and auditing issues
Identify opportunities to improve audit quality and efficiency through technology
Build and maintain strong client relationships
Serve as a primary point of contact for day-to-day client communications
Understand client operations, systems, and industry trends
Respond to client inquiries in a timely and professional manner
Identify cross-selling opportunities across Tax, CAS, Consulting, and other service lines
Supervise, mentor, and develop staff and seniors
Delegate work effectively and provide ongoing feedback
Support training initiatives and encourage professional development
Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment
Contribute to process improvements and workflow efficiencies
Utilize firm technology and tools (including AI where applicable) to enhance productivity
Collaborate with other departments to deliver integrated client solutions