Audit Manager

Required Skills, Experience, Certifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required.
• 5+ years of audit experience in public accounting required.
• Valid Certified Public Accountant license is required.
• Advanced knowledge of auditing standards and accounting principles.
• Demonstrates critical and analytical thinking skills.
• Skills in networking and developing businesses.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and effective presentation skills.
• Ability to work on multiple projects and meet deadlines by setting priorities for work projects.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and clients.
• Experience with audits in the following industries: Manufacturing, Distribution, Non-profit and Employee benefit plans.

Typical Day in the Life

• Supervises complex audits and staff engagements to achieve objectives including staff development, client needs, and engagement profitability.
• Outlines engagement objectives, issues, findings, and recommendations in a variety of client situations.
• Reviews work papers and financial statements prior to Partner involvement.
• Manages client relationships with integrity by monitoring client needs and building value into professional service.
• Evaluates the costs, benefits, and risks of alternative solutions to client problems or needs.
• Provides feedback in order to develop the audit practice.
• Supervises and delegates duties to Associate and Senior Associate level staff.
• Provides mentoring and technical training for staff in the audit department.
• May assist with client billings to ensure they reflect work performed.
• Participates in the area of business development.
• Participates in community organizations and industry functions.
• Ensures timely and accurate performance on assigned projects.
• Maintains compliance with project budgets, turnaround times, and deadlines.