SQM Assurance Manager, Professional Practice Group

Aprio•Houston, TX

64d•Hybrid

About The Position

Work with a nationally ranked CPA and advisory firm that is passionate for what's next. Aprio has 30 U.S. office locations, one in the Philippines and more than 2,100 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 Assurance team and you will help clients maximize their opportunities. Aprio is a progressive, fast-growing firm looking for a Manager to join their dynamic team. As an Assurance Manager in Aprio's national Professional Practice Group, you will hold a pivotal role in ensuring adherence to professional standards-specifically independence monitoring and the firm's system quality management (under AICPA SQMS 1 and PCAOB QC 1000). You will contribute to the design, implementation, and monitoring of the firm's SQM, ensuring the quality objectives are met and quality risks are proactively addressed. You will also support the firm's quality control for auditing, reviews, and other assurance services. Join us as the Manager of the Professional Practice Group and play an instrumental role in shaping our firm's assurance practice as the paragon of adherence to professional standards, quality control, and regulatory compliance. Your contributions will elevate our firm's stature and success in the realm of public accounting.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
CPA (Certified Public Accountant) designation is required.
Extensive experience (typically 7+ years) in assurance, auditing, and financial reporting within a public accounting firm. Internal audit experience or experience with control testing, preferred.
Profound familiarity with AICPA and PCAOB auditing standards, SQMS No. 1 and QC 1000.
Demonstrated leadership acumen, including managing teams and spearheading short and long-term projects.
Superb communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective conveyance of complex concepts.
Proficiency in using audit software, data analytics tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Sharp attention to detail, analytical dexterity, and adept problem-solving capabilities.
Demonstrated commitment to maintaining professional integrity and ethical conduct.

Nice To Haves

Internal audit experience or experience with control testing, preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as a subject matter expert on AICPA audit standards, SSARS, and other relevant professional guidelines.
Stay abreast of emerging standards from the AICPA, translating them into actionable guidance for our assurance practice.
Contribute to the monitoring of assurance engagements for conformance to professional standards and regulatory requisites.
Support the implementation and ongoing operation of the firm's SQM in alignment with SQMS No. 1 and PCAOB QC 1000.
Collaborate with firm leadership to establish quality objectives, assess quality risks, and design responsive policies and procedures.
Maintain documentation and reporting related to SQM activities, including risk assessments, quality responses, and monitoring outcomes.
Participate in internal reviews and gap analyses to identify areas for improvement in the firm's quality management system.
Be a dedicated resource to engagement teams, guiding them in the application of professional standards.
Partner with engagement leaders to resolve intricate accounting and auditing matters.
Fortify client relationships by exemplifying our commitment to exacting adherence to industry best practices.
Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of accomplished assurance professionals, nurturing a culture of excellence and continuous learning.
Offer expert support for technical inquiries, fostering a collaborative environment of knowledge-sharing.
Organize and deliver training sessions to keep the team current on evolving professional standards and regulations.
Evaluate and mitigate risks inherent in assurance engagements, ensuring full alignment with firm policies and regulatory mandates.
Conduct meticulous reviews of engagement documentation to verify accuracy, comprehensiveness, and adherence to professional standards.
Contribute to the creation of thought leadership materials related to professional standards and assurance practices.
Collaborate with senior leadership to disseminate updates on quality control and SQM initiatives to the firm's staff and clients.

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