Senior Assurance Manager

Whittlesey • Holyoke, MA

22h • Hybrid

About The Position

Whittlesey is seeking a Senior Assurance Manager to join its Assurance team. This hybrid position alternates between remote work, the office, and client locations, combining collaboration and flexibility. The role leads large client strategic planning initiatives and oversees audit profitability, billing, budgets, and engagement execution. It also provides technical expertise and training to team members.

Whittlesey describes its culture as collaborative and community-minded, with access to professional resources and personal coaching. The firm supports work-life integration through flexible work schedules, paid time off, and a subsidized benefits package.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university and/or equivalent years of experience.
• CPA license required.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in assurance compliance.
• Industry-specific knowledge required.
• Previous experience managing work teams required.
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Lead large client strategic planning initiatives, including analysis, plan development, and presentations to drive Firm revenue.
• Oversee audit profitability by implementing measures to enhance procedures and improve overall financial performance.
• Manage client billing processes, including timely invoice preparation and follow-up on cash collections to maximize engagement profitability.
• Establish and manage project budgets for audit services throughout engagements, making adjustments as needed to maintain profitability.
• Coordinate phases of large engagements, including staff requirements, scheduling, and logistics.
• Provide technical expertise to team members, stay current with industry standards, and lead training initiatives.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules depending on department needs.
• Competitive paid time off program.
• Subsidized medical and dental coverage.
• Long-term disability insurance paid entirely by the Firm.
• Life insurance paid entirely by the Firm.
• 401(k) plan with profit sharing.

What This Job Offers

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