Overview
This role (Senior Manager or Manager) in Audit & Assurance provides high-level assurance and advisory leadership with significant autonomy. Responsibilities include leading and reviewing audit, review, and compilation engagements; overseeing engagement teams; and serving as a trusted advisor to clients across a variety of industries, including Housing & Urban Development (HUD), Employee Benefit Plans, Not-for-Profit organizations, and privately held businesses. The position also supports business development, client relationship management, staff development, and continued firm growth.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage audit, review, and compilation engagements from planning through completion, ensuring quality and compliance with applicable GAAP, GAAS, GAGAS, SSARS, and firm standards.
- Direct assurance engagements for HUD, Employee Benefit Plans, and Not-for-Profit organizations, as well as privately held businesses.
- Review workpapers, financial statements, reports, and other engagement deliverables prepared by staff and senior associates; provide clear and constructive feedback.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for assigned clients, building strong relationships and understanding their business and service needs.
- Identify opportunities to expand client relationships and contribute to business development, proposals, and community engagement.
- Stay current on changes in accounting, auditing, and regulatory standards and communicate relevant updates to clients and internal teams.
- Mentor, train, and evaluate audit staff and senior associates while supporting professional growth and development.
- Collaborate with tax and advisory professionals to deliver integrated solutions and a high level of client service.
- Oversee compliance with firm quality control policies and professional standards across all assigned engagements.
- Manage multiple engagements, priorities, and client relationships while maintaining high standards for quality, accuracy, and timeliness.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field; a Master’s degree in Accounting or Business is preferred.
- Active CPA license.
- At least five years of public accounting experience with a focus on audit and assurance services.
- At least five years of experience with HUD, Employee Benefit Plan, and Not-for-Profit audits.
- Prior supervisory or managerial experience within a public accounting firm, with demonstrated success managing multiple engagements and client relationships.
- Strong technical knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, GAGAS, and SSARS.
- Proficiency with audit software such as CaseWare and ProSystem fx Engagement.
- Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, and project management skills.
- Ability to build trusted client relationships, provide effective leadership, and work collaboratively across teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Accounting or Business.
Physical Requirements
- Primarily sedentary office work.
- Occasional travel to client sites may be required.
- May require sitting or standing for extended periods, working at a computer, communicating in person and by phone, and working extended hours during peak periods.
Location
- Office in Troy, Michigan, with remote work options available.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance options; a 401(k) plan with employer match; voluntary long-term and short-term disability options; HSA/FSA cards; paid time off; and continuing professional education support.
Equal Opportunity Employer
- The employer is an equal opportunity employer and provides consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, or hair texture and style.