Audit Manager - Government

Rushton•Gainesville, GA

About The Position

If you are looking for a highly respected firm that has deep roots within the community, builds strong relationships with their clients and is awarded best in their community for multiple years, then Rushton is the place for you. Rushton is one of Northeast Georgia’s largest and most respected accounting firms in the region for over 40 years and is seeking an Audit Manager professional in our growing Audit Division. The selected individual will be provided an opportunity to help our clients grow their businesses while working with a team of professionals who share in the same goals. You will work in a professional environment with state-of-the-art business development tools and be provided training that will allow you to continually grow your career! Within our fully renovated building, our teams are highly trained, educated and closely work with our clients to know their businesses well. Our professionals encounter new assignments that provide opportunities to learn, grow and understand how businesses operate. The Audit Manager works closely with team members across the Firm, including Associates, Senior Associates, Supervisors, and fellow Managers, to deliver high-quality audit and assurance services and build strong, trusted client relationships. This role partners with clients and Firm leadership to navigate audit matters, offer thoughtful insights, and provide practical recommendations that support client operations and goals. The Audit Manager communicates clearly and consistently with both clients and engagement teams, leads audits from planning through completion, supports staff development, and exemplifies Rushton’s values through collaboration, integrity, and a commitment to excellent service.

Requirements

Knowledge of industry-specific audit requirements and standards
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage, coach, and develop staff accountants
Experience managing multiple audit engagements throughout the year
Willingness and ability to travel, including overnight travel
Commitment to marketing the Firm and its services
Flexibility to work extended hours or weekends when required

Responsibilities

Serves as the primary point of contact for assigned clients and builds trusted, professional relationships with appropriate client personnel
Demonstrates a strong understanding of the client’s business goals, strategy, and motivations; serves as a valued business advisor
Proactively provides relevant insights throughout the year, including industry developments and accounting guidance, to strengthen client loyalty
Manages client, team, and personal expectations effectively across engagements
Delegates work appropriately with consideration for engagement economics while supporting team development
Oversees engagements to ensure timely completion within scope, budget, and quality standards; keeps the Partner informed of progress, risks, and key issues
Performs additional duties as assigned
Actively participates in Firm initiatives, including recruiting, inspections, and internal and external learning efforts
Trains and develops staff through on-the-job coaching and facilitation of internal CPE
Provides timely, constructive, and balanced feedback to engagement team members
May serve as a Career Advisor and support staff development planning
Effectively navigates and leads difficult conversations with clients and team members
Demonstrates maturity and professionalism as a role model in client interactions, collaboration, and WorkLife rhythm
Meets charge hour, margin, and performance expectations
Maintains and advances business development goals through intentional relationship management
Leverages knowledge of client history and prior engagements to improve efficiency and service delivery
Demonstrates strong awareness of engagement economics, including scope, billing, and profitability drivers
Identifies out-of-scope work and addresses it with clients in a professional and appropriate manner
Exhibits strong project management and multitasking skills to meet or exceed time and budget expectations
Understands and can articulate Rushton’s service offerings across business units
Participates in networking, proposal development, prospective client meetings, and budget preparation
Continues to develop negotiation and client communication skills
Researches, interprets, documents, and applies authoritative guidance to arrive at well-supported conclusions
Identifies and addresses complex accounting and audit issues
Applies Rushton’s quality control standards consistently and models professional integrity
Performs Manager-level reviews in accordance with Firm policies
Manages multiple engagements simultaneously while maintaining high-quality client service
Prepares clear, professional client deliverables, including financial reports and management letters
Delivers effective presentations and adapts communication style to meet the needs of different audiences