Audit Manager Chapel Hill, NC

At Ascend, we understand the struggles that accounting & finance professionals face in traditional public accounting firms. We are focused on transforming the public accounting experience to support work-life harmony and clear career advancement through a nurturing network and comprehensive resources.

Ascend empowers entrepreneurial CPAs to reach their goals with an innovative growth model that brings our partner firms into the new age. Backed by Alpine Investors, Ascend is building a modern platform for regional accounting firms that enables them to stay independent while having access to resources of a large CPA firm, including growth capital, robust talent acquisition, best-of-breed technology, a catalytic leadership system, shared back-office services, and modernized equity incentives.

Founded in January 2023, Ascend attained revenues sufficient to qualify it as a Top 100 U.S. accounting firm within six months of operation. Explore Ascend, where your career soars without sacrificing your quality of life.

Blackman & Sloop is expanding into the auto dealership space and seeking an Audit Manager to join the team. This role emphasizes supporting dealership clients while providing opportunities to work across other areas (non-profit, construction, small business, manufacturing, medical, real estate, retail, hospitality, education, and more).

As an Audit Manager, you will manage clients in a variety of industries, collaborate with staff, engage in direct client interaction, and pursue opportunities for professional growth. The successful candidate will have prior experience performing audits, strong interpersonal skills, and be team-oriented.

• Help plan and execute assurance engagements
• Guide staff on client engagements
• Organize and monitor client projects and tasks
• Own and manage client relationships
• Act as the communication channel between staff, clients, and management

• CPA
• 6+ years of audit experience within public accounting
• Foundational knowledge of US GAAP
• Familiarity with auto dealership audits
• Ability to build and manage relationships internally and externally
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Willing to visit client sites
• Excellent work ethic

• Construction and/or Employee Benefit Plan Audit experience

A perceptive team-player who thrives in a progressive, collaborative environment with strong analytical and communication skills. A detail-oriented leader who values critical thinking, high standards, and proactive service while embracing curiosity and innovation.

We offer a flexible work structure that supports teamwork and independence, promoting personal well-being.

We hire good people and provide a great place to work. Our culture, community involvement, and commitment to continuous development help our people succeed and, in turn, help the firm succeed. Our comprehensive benefits package supports well-being, health, and ongoing professional growth:

• Unlimited PTO
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Voluntary Insurance Options
• 401(k) Matching
• Performance Bonus
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Off-season Flex Fridays
• Closed on Fridays for the month of June
• Commitment to Professional Development
• Equity program buy-in eligibility ager level + top performing Managers

Submit your information in the application section below, including basic contact information, resume/CV, optional cover letter, work eligibility and compensation information, and optional demographic questions. For questions about the role, contact Kim Chedgy, Manager of Recruiting, at

At Ascend, we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Ascend hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position and business needs.