Audit Manager, CPA
About The Position
Our client, a respected and growing public accounting and advisory firm, is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to join its Audit Services team. This is more than a traditional audit management role. It's an opportunity to serve as a trusted advisor to clients, lead complex assurance engagements, mentor talented professionals, and play a meaningful role in the continued growth of both the firm and its clients. The firm has built a strong reputation serving nonprofit organizations, professional services firms, consulting organizations, technology companies, and other growing businesses throughout the Alexandria and Washington, DC marketplace. Professionals enjoy significant client interaction, leadership accessibility, career development opportunities, and a flexible work environment designed to support long-term success. If you're looking for a position that combines technical expertise, client service, leadership responsibility, and advancement potential, we'd welcome a confidential conversation. This role offers an excellent blend of technical accounting expertise, client advisory work, leadership responsibility, and relationship management. You'll oversee engagements from planning through completion while serving as a primary point of contact for clients and engagement teams. You'll gain exposure to Financial Statement Audits, Reviews & Assurance Engagements, Risk Assessment Procedures, Internal Control Evaluations, Financial Reporting, Client Advisory Services, Leadership & Team Development, Practice Growth Initiatives, and Business Consulting Projects.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field
- Active CPA license
- 5+ years of public accounting experience
- Previous audit leadership or supervisory experience
- Strong understanding of GAAP and GAAS
- Experience managing client engagements
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong project management and organizational abilities
Nice To Haves
- Master's Degree in Accounting or related discipline
- Experience serving nonprofit organizations, professional services firms, or technology clients
- Business development experience
- Experience mentoring and developing professional staff
Responsibilities
- Lead audit engagements from planning through completion
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, GAAS, and firm quality standards
- Review workpapers, financial statements, and engagement deliverables
- Resolve complex accounting and auditing issues
- Manage multiple engagements simultaneously
- Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients
- Build and maintain long-term trusted advisor relationships
- Communicate engagement findings and recommendations
- Identify opportunities to expand client services
- Deliver exceptional responsiveness and client service
- Supervise Staff Auditors and Senior Auditors
- Provide coaching, mentoring, and technical guidance
- Review staff work and provide developmental feedback
- Assist in staff training and professional growth initiatives
- Foster collaboration and accountability across engagement teams
- Monitor engagement budgets, timelines, and deliverables
- Ensure efficient utilization of firm resources
- Support engagement profitability goals
- Assist with client proposals and business development initiatives
- Participate in firm leadership and strategic growth efforts
- Facilitate resolutions on complex audit and accounting matters
- Stay current on professional standards and regulatory developments
- Apply sound professional judgment to client situations
- Promote quality, accuracy, and consistency throughout engagements
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Flexible hybrid scheduling
- Professional development programs
- Leadership training opportunities
- Continuing education support
- Strong mentorship culture
- Career advancement opportunities
- Collaborative work environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
