Manager, Assurance M&A Operations

Aprio•Atlanta, GA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Work with a Top 20 CPA and advisory firm that Accounts for Anything. Aprio has 40 U.S. office locations, as well as international office locations and more than 3,200 team members that speak 60+ languages across the globe. By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them. Discover a top-rated culture, vast growth opportunities and your next big career move with Aprio. Join Aprio's Corporate M&A team and you will help clients maximize their opportunities. Aprio Advisory Group, LLC is a progressive, fast-growing firm looking for a Manager, Assurance M&A Operations to join their dynamic team. The Assurance Operations Manager serves as a key resource and advocate for the department’s core systems, processes, and best practices. This individual will drive user adoption of assurance technologies, lead process documentation and training initiatives, and partner cross-functionally to enhance operational efficiency. This role plays a critical part in standardizing processes, improving workflows, and ensuring the Assurance team operates at scale.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field
3+ years of experience in audit or assurance
Experience with assurance technologies such as DataSnipper, CCH Workflow, ProSystem fx Engagement, Laurel, and CaseWare
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence across teams
Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Responsibilities

Serve as the subject matter expert for assurance software (e.g., DataSnipper, CCH Workflow, ProSystem fx Engagement, Laurel, CaseWare)
Act as the primary point of contact for user support, troubleshooting, and best practices
Promote adoption and effective utilization of tools across the Assurance team
Develop, maintain, and enhance process documentation within the Assurance SharePoint site
Provide ongoing communication to the team, including weekly tips, updates, and best practices to drive continuous learning
Review and manage updates to PPC templates and engagement letters, ensuring consistency and compliance
Partner with Learning & Development to design and deliver training for new hires and existing team members
Support ongoing education initiatives to enhance technical proficiency and process knowledge
Maintain and update Assurance department policies to reflect current standards, regulatory requirements, and internal practices
Identify opportunities to improve workflows, enhance efficiency, and drive consistency across Assurance Operations
Lead and support initiatives focused on process optimization and standardization

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
401k with Profit Sharing
9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
Top rated wellness program
Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options
Competitive compensation
Industry-leading benefits
Flexible work environment to enjoy work/life balance