Energy Audit Manager

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About the role

Withum’s Auditing and Attest Engagement services are the cornerstone of our firm. Our audit and advisory team provides audit services, review and compilation services, and other agreed-upon procedures to clients of various sizes and industries. As an Energy Audit Manager based in our Houston, TX office, you’ll work alongside seasoned CPAs and industry leaders, build a strong team, and have a clear path to Partnership.

Responsibilities

• Manage client engagements from start to finish, including planning, execution, review, supervision, and completion while controlling time and expenses and delivering world-class client service.
• Oversee day-to-day audit operations: staffing, planning, risk assessment, fieldwork, financial reporting, and conclusion.
• Collaborate with engagement team seniors, supervisors, and partners to resolve client issues and address legal, regulatory, and accounting matters during audits.
• Manage multiple engagements concurrently with various teams to meet client deadlines.
• Create and track engagement budgets to identify and address inefficiencies.
• Demonstrate advanced technical skills to advise clients and resolve complex technical issues using strategic decision-making.
• Comply with professional and regulatory pronouncements and teach their impact to staff.
• Develop referral sources to bring new business to the firm and engage in community activities for business development and cross-selling.
• Expand industry expertise, stay updated on industry news, and share knowledge with staff and seniors.
• Participate in mentoring, training, recruiting, retention, and team-building activities.
• Serve as an instructor or discussion leader in professional development programs.

Requirements

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in accounting; advanced degree preferred.
• CPA certification required; other relevant professional certifications a plus.
• 5+ years of audit and upstream oil & gas experience.
• Combination of public accounting and industry experience preferred; SEC experience a plus.
• Advanced knowledge of GAAP and auditing standards.
• Maintain required CPE credits annually.
• Proficiency in Prosystem Fx Engagement and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); DAS experience a plus.
• Excellent supervisory, organizational, problem-solving, written, and oral communication skills.
• Strong project management, presentation, and ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Ability to travel as needed.