Audit Principal
Job Summary
As an Audit Principal, you will hold a pivotal leadership role responsible for driving the strategic direction of our audit practice. Your extensive experience in audit and assurance, combined with exceptional leadership skills, will shape the firm's commitment to delivering exceptional client service, maintaining the highest standards of quality, and fostering the growth of our audit professionals.
Job Description
Practice Leadership - Provide visionary leadership for the audit practice, setting strategic goals, and driving the overall direction of audit services. Collaborate with firm leadership to develop and execute strategies for growth and market expansion.
Client Relationship Management - Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact for high-level audit engagements. Deliver strategic insights and recommendations to clients for optimizing financial processes, controls, and reporting.
Audit Planning and Strategy - Collaborate with partners and directors to develop comprehensive audit strategies and plans that align with client objectives, risks, and regulatory requirements. Oversee resource allocation, assignment of roles, and development of audit programs.
Audit Execution, Review and Technical Expertise - Serve as the firm's technical expert in audit and assurance, staying current with evolving accounting standards, regulatory changes, and industry trends. Provide expert guidance to audit teams on complex accounting and auditing matters.
Team Development and Mentorship - Foster a culture of continuous learning, professional growth, and excellence within the audit practice. Provide strategic mentorship and coaching to audit managers, seniors, and staff members to cultivate leadership and technical skills.
Quality Control and Assurance - Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and compliance of audit documentation, reports, and conclusions with the highest standards of excellence. Develop and implement advanced methodologies to enhance the quality and effectiveness of audit engagements.
Thought Leadership - Contribute to the advancement of the audit profession through thought leadership, speaking engagements, and industry participation. Share insights and expertise to enhance the firm's reputation and industry influence.
Supervisory Responsibilities - Will supervise subordinate team members.
Work environment
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and performing work in front of a computer screen for long periods of time.
Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at a time.
Travel Required - Travel may be frequent and unpredictable, depending on client’s needs.
Required Education And Experience
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
10+ years of relevant experience.
8+ years of relevant audit experience within a CPA firm, with progressive leadership responsibilities.
CPA license is required; equivalent certifications are required for IT audit.
Responsible for completing the minimum CPE credit requirement.
Preferred Education And Experience
Advanced degree (Master's) or additional relevant certifications.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the colleague for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
About UHY
UHY is one of the nation’s largest professional services firms providing audit, tax, consulting and advisory services to clients primarily in the dynamic middle market. We are trailblazers who bring our experience from working within numerous industries to our clients so that we can provide them with a 360-degree view of their businesses. Together with our clients, UHY works collaboratively to develop flexible, innovative solutions that meet our clients' business challenges. As an independent member of UHY International, we are proud to be a part of a top 20 international network of independent accounting and consulting firms.
What We Offer
POSITIVE WORK ENVIRONMENT - Enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment where teamwork is valued.
ATTRACTION COMPENSATION PACKAGES - Our compensation is competitive and tailored to reflect the role, qualifications, and expertise of each individual.
COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE - Access comprehensive benefits including group health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and generous paid time off (PTO) allowances.