Audit Manager - Public Accounting Firm

We are a small, growing CPA firm providing audit and assurance services to a closely held and diverse client base. Our firm operates in a relaxed, professional environment where trust, accountability, and independence are core values. We value people who take ownership of their work, communicate directly with clients, and solve problems without needing constant oversight.

This role offers high visibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the firm and its clients.

This is a hands‑on Audit Manager role designed for an experienced CPA who is ready to fully own audit engagements and client relationships. The Audit Manager will manage audits from planning through issuance, serve as the primary client contact, and lead and mentor audit staff. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a small firm environment and enjoys responsibility, flexibility, and decision‑making authority.

• Own audit engagements end‑to‑end with minimal layers of review
• Plan, manage, and review financial statement audits
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned audit clients
• Supervise, mentor, and develop audit staff and seniors
• Review work papers, financial statements, and audit documentation
• Identify and resolve technical accounting and auditing issues
• Manage engagement budgets, timelines, and staffing
• Be hands‑on with complex audit areas when necessary
• Assist with improving audit processes and firm workflows

• 5+ years of public accounting audit experience
• Experience supervising and reviewing staff work
• Strong technical knowledge of auditing standards and financial reporting
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

• Experience with 401(k) audits, employee benefit plan audits, or ERISA audits
• Experience working in a small or mid‑sized CPA firm
• Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines independently

• Self‑starter who takes full ownership of responsibilities
• Comfortable working autonomously
• Strong problem solver with sound professional judgment
• Professional, approachable, and client‑focused
• Motivated leader who enjoys mentoring and developing team members
• Values a relaxed but accountable firm culture

• Relaxed, professional small firm environment
• High level of autonomy and trust
• Competitive compensation ($105k - $130K) and benefits
• Direct client relationships and decision‑making authority
• Opportunity to shape and grow the audit function
• Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture