Manager, Audit - Real Estate and Affordable Housing

Aprio•Walnut Creek, CA

25d

About The Position

Aprio is seeking a Manager, Audit with specialties in Real Estate and Affordable Housing to lead client engagements and audit projects. The role focuses on quality, professional excellence, timely delivery, and lasting client relationships. The manager serves as a primary point of contact for clients and internal teams, provides insight-driven service across complex engagements, and guides and develops audit staff. The role also contributes to the firm's growth through business development, including identifying opportunities to expand services and originate new client relationships.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
Active CPA license.
4–7 years of experience in public accounting.
Developed specialties in Real Estate and Affordable Housing.
Strong analytical capabilities related to financial statements and financial data.
Effective written and verbal communication skills with clients and colleagues.
Demonstrated ability to take initiative, lead independently, and make sound decisions.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Accounting or a related field.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage multiple audit engagements and client projects simultaneously, ensuring quality, accuracy, and timely delivery.
Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, partners, and staff; communicate engagement expectations, status updates, and key outcomes clearly and proactively.
Manage, coach, and develop audit staff, providing ongoing guidance and performance feedback to support professional growth.
Build and maintain strong, lasting relationships with clients and colleagues through consistent, client-centered service.
Contribute to business development by identifying opportunities to expand firm services and originate new client relationships.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning on the first day of employment.
Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account.
401(k) with profit sharing.
9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure.
Parental leave for 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.
Wellness program.
Flexible working environment, including remote and hybrid options.
Competitive compensation.
Industry-leading benefits and a flexible work environment to support work/life balance.