Audit Manager

Introduction

Our client, a leading public accounting and advisory firm, is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to lead financial statement audits, manage client relationships, and supervise audit teams. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with firm leadership and drive audit quality and client success.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit engagements from planning to completion.
• Review workpapers, financial statements, and audit documentation.
• Manage client expectations, deadlines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop audit associates and seniors.
• Provide technical guidance and resolve complex accounting/audit issues.
• Maintain compliance with professional standards and firm policies.
• Build long-term client relationships and communicate findings effectively.
• Support business development and process improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (Master’s preferred).
• Active CPA license.
• 5+ years of public accounting / A&A experience.
• 5+ years of financial statement audit experience.
• 2+ years of supervisory/management experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting and auditing standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and client-service skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and audit/accounting software.

Preferred Background:

• Private equity audit experience (strongly preferred).
• Experience with privately held, investment-backed, or middle-market clients.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex engagements.
• Candidates may come from Audit Manager, Assurance Manager, Senior Audit Manager, or experienced Audit Senior roles.

Critical Recruiting Requirements

Active CPA license, public accounting / A&A experience, financial statement audit experience, supervisory/management experience, strong financial statement audit background, private equity exposure, team leadership & client management expertise.

Candidate Information Form

• Full Name (as per ID)
• Present Location (City, State)
• Phone Number
• Email ID
• LinkedIn Profile
• Work Authorization/Visa & Validity
• Total Work Experience, Relevant Experience, Years in USA
• Highest Education (Year, College)
• Certifications (if any)
• Availability for Interview (Preferred Time)
• Currently on a Project (Yes/No; if Yes, reason for change)
• Willingness to Travel (Canada)
• Any Interviews in Pipeline / Final Interviews Pending
• Employment Preference (Contract/Full Time)
• Prior Submission to Client/Vendor (Yes/No)
• Notice Period
• Vacation Plans (next 3 months)
• Current Offers/Final Interviews (Yes/No)