Audit Manager

UHY International • Houston, TX

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About The Position

As an Audit Manager, you will oversee the planning, execution, and successful completion of audit engagements. You will lead audit professionals, manage client relationships, develop audit strategies, review complex audit work, and help ensure high-quality service and compliance with firm standards and regulations. The role also includes coaching and developing team members, contributing to business development, and supporting the firm's commitment to client service and professional growth.

Work is conducted in a professional office environment with minimal distractions. The role involves prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer, and requires the ability to lift up to 15 pounds. Travel may be frequent and unpredictable, depending on client needs. The position supervises subordinate team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• 5–8 years of relevant experience.
• 5+ years of relevant audit experience within a CPA firm, with progressive leadership responsibilities.
• CPA license; equivalent certifications are required for IT audit.
• Responsible for completing the minimum CPE credit requirement.
• Specific positions may require additional industry or specialization certifications.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods and work in front of a computer screen for long periods.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a professional services environment, such as a CPA firm, financial consulting firm, or similar setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit professionals in planning, executing, and concluding audit engagements.
• Ensure engagements adhere to timelines, budgets, and firm standards.
• Build and maintain client relationships, serving as the primary point of contact for audit engagements.
• Provide clients with strategic insights and recommendations to improve financial processes, controls, and reporting.
• Collaborate with partners and directors to develop audit strategies and plans addressing client-specific risks and objectives.
• Oversee resource allocation, assignment of roles, and development of audit programs.
• Conduct complex audit procedures, review workpapers, and assess audit findings for accuracy and integrity of financial statements and disclosures.
• Monitor engagement progress, guide the team through challenges, and help meet milestones.
• Keep current with accounting standards, regulatory changes, and industry trends, applying this knowledge to engagements.
• Provide expert guidance on complex accounting and auditing issues.
• Coach, mentor, and develop audit staff and senior team members.
• Conduct performance evaluations, provide feedback, and identify skill-development opportunities.
• Ensure audit documentation, reports, and conclusions are accurate, complete, and compliant with firm standards and regulations.
• Implement best practices and methodologies to enhance audit engagement quality.
• Identify opportunities to expand the firm's client base and service offerings.
• Contribute to business development activities, including proposals, presentations, and networking.
• Complete the minimum CPE credit requirement.
• Perform other duties and activities as assigned; duties and responsibilities may change at any time.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation tailored to the role, qualifications, and expertise of each individual.
• Group health insurance.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plans.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) allowances.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment where teamwork is valued.

What This Job Offers

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