Supervisor, Assurance

PBMares LLP•Newport News, VA

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Assurance Supervisor to join our growing assurance team. This position is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys leading engagements, developing team members, building strong client relationships, and solving complex accounting and auditing matters. As an Assurance Supervisor, you will lead the planning and execution of multiple assurance engagements while helping ensure work is completed accurately, efficiently, on time, and within budget. You will work closely with clients and engagement teams, applying your knowledge of GAAS, GAAP, internal controls, and risk assessment to deliver high-quality results. You will also play an important role in coaching and mentoring team members and identifying opportunities to improve processes, technology, and the overall client experience.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent.
At least 2 years of experience with a CPA credential, or at least 3 years of experience if actively pursuing CPA licensure.
CPA or actively pursuing CPA licensure, with the intent to complete the certification process within the firm's established timeframe.
Strong working knowledge of GAAS, GAAP, and SAS.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to effectively manage multiple engagements, priorities, and deadlines.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Familiarity with audit software, technology, and data analytics tools.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Accounting.
Active CPA license.
Experience or certifications in specialized audit areas.
Previous experience leading engagements and developing team members.

Responsibilities

Lead the day-to-day planning and execution of assurance engagements.
Establish clear engagement timelines, deliverables, responsibilities, and quality expectations.
Design audit approaches based on assessed risks and evaluate internal controls.
Review workpapers for accuracy, completeness, appropriate documentation, and compliance with professional standards.
Review financial statements, disclosures, management letters, and engagement reports.
Research and help resolve complex accounting and auditing matters using sound professional judgment.
Manage multiple engagements while maintaining high standards for quality and client service.
Serve as a key day-to-day contact for assigned clients.
Communicate proactively regarding engagement status, deadlines, risks, and emerging issues.
Identify issues early and provide practical options and recommended solutions.
Develop a strong understanding of each client's business and needs.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and provide meaningful recommendations that add value to clients.
Lead engagement teams and assign work based on individual capabilities and professional development goals.
Review team members' work and provide timely, actionable feedback.
Coach, mentor, and evaluate staff performance.
Provide on-the-job training related to audit methodology, technology, and professional standards.
Foster an inclusive, respectful, accountable, and high-performing team environment.
Manage engagement scope, budgets, timelines, work-in-process, billing, and overall engagement economics.
Help ensure engagements are completed on time and within budget.
Meet established utilization and billable-hour expectations.
Support accurate time reporting and timely billing and collections.
Identify opportunities to expand client relationships and cross-serve additional services.
Participate in proposals and other practice-development activities.
Look for opportunities to improve processes and standard workpapers while maintaining audit quality.
Utilize audit platforms, collaboration tools, data analytics, and other firm technology to improve audit quality, accuracy, and efficiency.
Use firm-approved AI-assisted tools in accordance with firm policies, ethical standards, and data privacy requirements.
Maintain appropriate human review and professional accountability for final conclusions and work products.
Provide feedback and recommendations for improving technology, templates, analytics, and audit methodology.