Audit Manager
Growing Midwest CPA Firm This Jobot Job is hosted by: Emily Bohanon Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $110,000 - $150,000 per year A bit about us: Our client is a full-service public accounting firm with deep roots in the Midwest, providing tax, accounting, and business consulting services to a diverse client base including closely held businesses, agribusiness, real estate, construction, healthcare, nonprofits, and professional services firms. With 83 professionals across 6 offices, the firm has built its reputation on a team-based advisory model, every client is served by the whole firm, not just one person. What sets this firm apart is its intentional focus on underserved markets. Rather than competing in saturated metro areas, they plant flags in communities where quality accounting advisory is genuinely hard to find and where strong client relationships are built to last. The firm is in active growth mode, with plans to reach 150-200 professionals over the next three years through organic growth and strategic acquisitions of smaller firms. This is a firm that knows where it's going. Why join us? Flexible hybrid schedule: the firm trusts you to get the work done Real path to partnership: clearly defined and actively supported. Two tracks, both valued: whether you want to be a career-level technical expert or go all the way to partner, there's a place for you here Growth you can see: the firm is expanding, acquiring, and scaling; the people here now will shape what it looks like at 200 Community-first footprint: offices in markets that need great CPAs, not looking to compete with the big firms, but looking to provide service where service is valued Entrepreneurial culture: leadership wants builders; if you have ideas about how to grow a practice, develop clients, or do things differently, they want to hear them Strong client engagement: this is a relationship firm; you'll know your clients and they'll know you Job Details Assurance Manager Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Assurance Manager to lead audit and assurance engagements for a diverse portfolio of privately held and middle-market clients. This individual will serve as a key advisor to clients while managing engagement teams, ensuring technical excellence, and contributing to the continued growth of the practice. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with strong technical accounting and auditing knowledge, exceptional client relationship skills, and a passion for developing staff. Key Responsibilities Client Service & Engagement Management Lead assurance engagements from planning through completion Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients Identify and communicate accounting, financial reporting, and operational risks Provide recommendations to improve internal controls, processes, and financial reporting practices Review financial statements and related disclosures for accuracy and compliance Manage engagement budgets, timelines, and profitability Team Leadership Supervise, mentor, and develop senior associates and staff accountants Review workpapers and provide constructive feedback Facilitate technical training and on-the-job development Assist with staffing, scheduling, and workload management across engagements Technical Expertise Apply and interpret U.S. GAAP, GAAS, and other applicable professional standards Research and resolve complex accounting and auditing issues Ensure engagement quality and compliance with firm methodology and professional standards Stay current on emerging accounting and regulatory developments Business Development Develop and maintain strong client relationships Identify opportunities to expand service offerings Participate in networking and business development activities Support the firm's growth initiatives and community presence Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting required CPA license required or actively pursuing completion of licensing requirements 5 years of progressive public accounting experience with a focus on audit and assurance Prior experience supervising and developing professional staff Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and auditing standards Excellent communication, leadership, and client service skills Proven ability to manage multiple engagements and competing deadlines Interested in hearing more? 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