Audit Manager

Councilor, Buchanan & Mitchell, P.C. • Bethesda, MD

19d • Remote

About The Position

Councilor, Buchanan & Mitchell, P.C. (CBM), a leading accounting and business advisory firm serving clients across Washington DC, Baltimore, and the Mid-Atlantic region, is currently seeking an experienced audit professional. The ideal candidate will have at least six years of audit and management experience (tax experience is a plus) working with clients from different industries.
Remote work and flexible schedule are available.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or another related program
• At least six years of public accounting and audit experience
• At least six years of client management experience and the ability to lead and develop professional staff
• Proficiency in the use of computers and software programs (experience with CCH Engagement, CCH Axcess - Tax, Document, QuickBooks, and BNA portfolios is a plus)
• Ability to manage multiple client engagements and prioritize work

Nice To Haves

• CPA certification is strongly desired
• Tax experience is a plus
• Experience with CCH Engagement, CCH Axcess - Tax, Document, QuickBooks, and BNA portfolios is a plus

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients and discuss audit planning and results
• Develop engagement work plans and ensure teams remain on schedule
• Review and prepare financial statements, footnotes, workpapers, tax returns, and management letters
• Analyze and research complex or unusual transactions, considering both accounting and tax implications
• Research and recommend tax strategies to support client objectives
• Build and maintain strong, professional client relationships
• Participate in business development activities, including identifying and pursuing new client opportunities
• Supervise, mentor, and support the professional development of staff members
• Possess time management and organization skills
• Demonstrate industry expertise
• Assist with recruitment and training of other audit personnel
• Maintain contacts with peers, develop a network of business contacts, meet with prospective clients, and cultivate referrals
• Present and /or lead internal trainings and create training materials
• Develop a broad general knowledge of economic, political, and business conditions
• Accept volunteer positions in community organizations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• 401(k) and Profit-Sharing Plan
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Bereavement/Jury Duty Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• FSA/Dependent Care
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Volunteer Community Service Day
• Healthcare Benefits - medical, dental, vision & other programs
• Paid Parking & Metro
• Subsidized Employee Wellness and Fitness Program
• Mentorship Program - Project Clear Path
• Professional Training & Development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• CPA and Other Certifications Assistance
• Professional Memberships
• Business Casual Work Environment
• Fun Firm Activities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level