Assurance Manager, Private Company

About the Role

Lead high-quality audit engagements for a diverse portfolio of privately held businesses in industries such as manufacturing, automotive, distribution, real estate & construction, healthcare, and professional services. Oversee engagement execution from planning through completion, build strong client relationships, and lead high-performing teams while working closely with engagement Partners to meet deadlines, budgets, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Assume full responsibility for planning, supervising, and completing multiple audit engagements simultaneously.
• Monitor project budgets, manage workflow, and ensure timely and efficient execution under tight deadlines.
• Review workpapers and financial statements to ensure accuracy, compliance, and adherence to professional standards.
• Develop a strong understanding of clients' operations, industry dynamics, and business objectives.
• Engage routinely with clients to understand emerging needs, concerns, and strategic priorities.
• Recognize opportunities to introduce additional services or innovative solutions that add value to the client relationship.
• Lead, mentor, and develop audit Seniors and Staff, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented team environment.
• Delegate responsibilities effectively while maintaining accountability for engagement quality and deadlines.
• Provide ongoing coaching and real-time feedback to support technical skill development and career progression.
• Identify ways to improve audit processes and enhance overall engagement efficiency.
• Support Partners in expanding relationships within existing client accounts.
• Contribute to internal initiatives focused on innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• 4-6+ years of progressive audit experience in public accounting.
• Currently performing at the Manager level.
• CPA license required.
• Experience leading audit engagements within one or more private company industries, including manufacturing, automotive, distribution, real estate & construction, healthcare, or professional services.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and auditing standards.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet restrictive deadlines.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and client service skills.
• Proven ability to build strong relationships internally and externally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a national or Big 4 public accounting firm.
• Exposure to multiple private company industries beyond a single core specialty.
• Experience mentoring and developing Staff and Senior-level professionals.

About Us

At Cohen & Co, we honor our foundational principle of "great People First" by championing diversity, equity, and inclusion. We embrace the unique stories, backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas of our people. Our Total Rewards package allows each employee to use benefits that best suit their needs, including time off outside of standard PTO to give back to the community, annual discretionary merit increases and bonuses, and talent development resources.

Pay

Estimated base salary range: $85,000 - $125,000. Base compensation is determined based on factors such as relevant skillset, experience, licensure, certifications, job responsibilities, geography, market considerations, and organizational needs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package.
• Time off outside of standard PTO to recharge and give back to the community.
• Annual discretionary merit increases and bonuses.
• Talent development resources to tap into growth opportunities.