Audit Manager, CPA
About The Position
Our client, a highly respected regional CPA and advisory firm, is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to join its growing Knoxville office. This is more than a traditional audit management role. It's an opportunity to lead client engagements, mentor future leaders, help shape the growth of the practice, and serve as a trusted advisor to businesses and organizations throughout the region. The firm has built its reputation on a simple philosophy: listen better, try harder, and care more. That commitment extends to both clients and employees, creating an environment where professionals can continue advancing their careers while maintaining a healthy balance between work and life. If you're looking for a leadership role where you'll have real influence, meaningful client relationships, and a clear path for continued growth, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Accounting
- Active CPA license in good standing
- 5+ years of progressive public accounting experience
- Experience leading audit engagements from planning through completion
- Strong understanding of GAAP, GAAS, and financial reporting requirements
- Proven leadership and supervisory experience
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Nice To Haves
- Governmental audit experience
- Experience serving closely held businesses and nonprofit organizations
- Business development exposure
- Advanced engagement management experience
- Experience mentoring and developing future leaders
Responsibilities
- Lead audit, review, and compilation engagements from planning through completion
- Oversee engagement staffing, budgets, timelines, and deliverables
- Review workpapers, financial statements, and engagement documentation
- Ensure compliance with professional standards and firm methodologies
- Manage multiple engagements simultaneously while maintaining quality and client satisfaction
- Build and maintain trusted client relationships
- Serve as a primary point of contact throughout engagements
- Coordinate the delivery of audit, accounting, and advisory services
- Develop proposals and assist with client presentations
- Identify opportunities to expand services within existing relationships
- Supervise, mentor, and develop staff and senior-level professionals
- Provide performance feedback, coaching, and career guidance
- Support recruiting, onboarding, and retention initiatives
- Identify training and development opportunities for team members
- Help build a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence
- Research and resolve complex accounting, auditing, and financial reporting issues
- Evaluate internal controls and identify operational risks
- Apply advanced audit methodologies, analytical procedures, and testing techniques
- Assist partners and leadership with complex engagement matters
- Stay current on accounting and auditing standards
- Support business development efforts and networking initiatives
- Participate in client proposals and growth strategies
- Assist with expanding the firm's presence and market share
- Contribute to strategic planning initiatives within the Assurance practice
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Annual performance bonus opportunities
- Comprehensive health benefits
- Retirement savings plan
- Paid time off and holidays
- Continuing professional education support
- CPA license and professional development assistance
- Flexible and supportive work environment
- Business-casual office atmosphere
- Strong commitment to employee growth and work-life balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
