Remote Audit Senior Manager (Digital Assets/Crypto/Exchange/Treasury/Blockchain)

Overview

The Assurance Senior Manager is responsible for enhancing client internal controls and accounting procedures, advising on economic and regulatory risks within specific industries, and managing audit plans. This role involves addressing complex GAAP and GAAS questions, composing technical consultation memos, and maintaining key client relationships. The Senior Manager also plays a leadership role in audit supervision, problem resolution, and delegation.

Responsibilities

Control Environment

• Apply advanced knowledge to improve effectiveness and mitigate risks of policies and procedures
• Assess and validate internal control over financial reporting
• Communicate suggestions to improve client internal controls and accounting procedures
• Delegate audit functions appropriately
• Supervise audit team and review workpapers and conclusions, preferably onsite
• Provide on-the-job training during audit fieldwork

GAAP

• Apply advanced understanding of accounting principles to client transactions
• Consult clients on new accounting pronouncements
• Present and discuss alternative GAAP applications
• Draft complex financial statements and footnote disclosures
• Identify and resolve complex accounting issues, consulting technical experts as needed

SEC and PCAOB

• Apply knowledge of SEC regulations and PCAOB guidelines
• Review SEC filings for accuracy and completeness
• Review communications to clients and Audit Committees
• Ensure compliance with Section 404 internal control audit work
• Maintain engagement independence and consult internally as needed

GAAS

• Apply professional standards including GAAS and PCAOB in supervising work
• Provide guidance and affirm conclusions
• Communicate required matters to Audit Committees and governance bodies
• Utilize efficiency tools such as statistical sampling and CAATS

Methodology

• Apply organizational standards, policies, and technology for quality service delivery
• Conduct detailed reviews to ensure audit compliance with standards
• Prepare communications to management and audit committees
• Recommend outcomes to critical issues
• Manage client acceptance and retention procedures
• Plan and oversee audit execution with quality and efficiency
• Follow proper archiving and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance procedures

Research

• Define and conduct research projects using authoritative sources
• Use advanced research tools and prepare supporting memos
• Present issues effectively to reviewers

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Support teamwork and deliver on commitments
• Supervise managers, associates, and senior associates
• Review work and provide feedback
• Act as a career advisor and coach
• Manage workload and scheduling
• Provide verbal and written performance feedback

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required; preferred majors include Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Statistics
• Master’s degree in Accountancy preferred

Experience

• Minimum seven years of relevant audit, public accounting, private industry accounting, or consulting experience
• Significant prior supervisory experience required
• Industry expertise in assurance specialties preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Active US CPA license or recognized international equivalent required
• If holding an international equivalent, must obtain US CPA license within firm-defined timeframe

Skills and Abilities

• Strong leadership and role model capabilities
• Advanced knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, SEC, and PCAOB rules
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Effective people development, delegation, and training skills
• Executive presence and client relationship-building skills
• Strong decision-making and business development abilities
• Ability to manage engagement profitability, including billing and collections
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite preferred
• Experience with assurance applications and research tools preferred

Compensation

Salary ranges vary by location and are determined based on qualifications, experience, skills, and geography:

• California: $150,000 - $205,000
• Cleveland, Ohio: $120,000 - $165,000
• Colorado: $120,000 - $170,000
• Illinois: $125,000 - $190,000
• Maryland: $150,000 - $190,000
• Massachusetts: $130,000 - $150,000
• Minnesota: $120,000 - $145,000
• New Jersey: $130,000 - $190,000
• NYC/Long Island/Westchester: $145,000 - $190,000
• Washington: $125,000 - $155,000
• Washington DC: $160,000 - $190,000

Location

Multiple locations across the United States, including California, Ohio, Colorado, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York City area, Washington, and Washington DC.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.