Audit Senior Manager

Keiter CPAs•Glen Allen, VA

About The Position

The Audit Senior Manager will plan and direct all phases of assurance engagements, including staffing, engagement planning, scheduling, and execution. This role involves leading and overseeing complex audit engagements for financial services clients, such as investment funds and broker-dealers. The Senior Manager will develop audit programs, working papers, and internal audit reports, including presentations to governance bodies like Audit Committees. They will evaluate audit risks and internal control environments, communicate identified risks and recommendations, and review financial statements and related documents. This position serves as the primary point of contact for multiple key client relationships and supports the Partner group in developing new service delivery capabilities. Additionally, the role contributes to industry expertise, participates in staff development through training and coaching, and collaborates with Firm leadership to refine best practices and standards. Oversight of billing practices is also a key responsibility.

Requirements

A minimum of ten (10) years of progressive experience in public accounting or equivalent, including leadership of complex audit engagements
Direct financial services audit experience, specifically including investment fund and broker‑dealer audits
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple engagements, teams, and client relationships simultaneously
Deep understanding of auditing standards, internal controls, risk assessment, and professional judgment
Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills
CPA license in good standing
Active Virginia Driver’s License

Responsibilities

Plan and direct all phases of assurance engagements, including staffing, engagement planning, scheduling, and execution, in collaboration with Managers, Principals, and Partners
Lead and oversee complex audit engagements for financial services clients, including investment funds and broker-dealers
Develop audit programs, working papers, and internal audit reports, including presentations to governance bodies such as Audit Committees
Plan engagement logistics, including coordinating work performed by other departments or specialists
Evaluate audit risks and internal control environments and communicate identified risks and recommendations clearly to Principals and Partners
Review and approve working papers to ensure engagements are performed in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards
Review financial statements, related notes, schedules, and management letters for Partner and client discussion
Determine potential contingent liabilities through correspondence with legal counsel, review of meeting minutes, and direct client inquiry
Serve as the primary point of contact for multiple key client relationships
Support the Partner group in identifying, developing, and promoting new service delivery capabilities and channels to meet evolving market and client needs
Contribute to the development of industry expertise and the firm’s market profile within financial services
Participate in the development of staff by providing training, coaching, and constructive feedback through working paper reviews and performance discussions
Collaborate with Firm leadership to establish and refine best practices, performance metrics, and standards that enhance efficiency and client service
Oversee billing practices in accordance with Firm standards to ensure timely, accurate invoicing and collections