Audit Manager

TL;DR

Audit Manager (Public Accounting): Supervising attest engagements including audits, reviews, compilations, and agreed-upon procedures with an accent on quality standards, regulatory compliance, and client coordination. Focus on reviewing workpapers, resolving accounting issues, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring adherence to budgets and deadlines.

Location: US East Coast-based team (offices in Somerset NJ, Union NJ, Wall NJ, Clark NJ, NYC NY), typical working hours aligning with EST.

Salary: $100,000–$120,000 annually

Company

Independent full-service accounting and advisory firm specializing in services for businesses and individuals.

What you will do

• Lead day-to-day operations of attest engagements including audits, reviews, compilations, and agreed-upon procedures.
• Supervise and mentor junior and senior associates during fieldwork and engagement cycles.
• Review workpapers and draft financial statements for compliance with professional standards.
• Identify and resolve accounting and audit issues with guidance from managers or partners.
• Serve as primary client contact to coordinate requests and deliverables.
• Assist with engagement planning, scheduling, budgets, and deadlines.
• Participate in staff training, development, and performance evaluations.

Requirements

• CPA preferred or CPA-eligible.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• 3–5 years of public accounting experience with focus on attest/audit engagements.
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP, GAAS, SSARS, and other applicable standards.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

Nice to have

• Experience with engagement software (e.g., CaseWare, CCH Engagement).

Culture & Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (options for fully paid employee-only coverage).
• Company-paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Ancillary benefits including supplemental life and short-term disability.
• Safe Harbor 401(k) with employer contributions.
• Professional growth opportunities including Becker and LinkedIn Learning access.
• Flexible schedule for work-life balance.