Assurance Manager, Private

What You'll Do

Ready to lead high-quality audit engagements for a diverse portfolio of privately held businesses?

Ready to lead high-quality audit engagements for a diverse portfolio of privately held businesses? As an Assurance Manager in our Private Company practice, you'll play a key leadership role delivering audit and assurance services to clients across manufacturing, automotive, distribution, real estate & construction, healthcare, and professional services. You'll oversee engagement execution from planning through completion, build strong client relationships, and lead high-performing teams, working closely with engagement Partners to align on expectations and ensure deadlines, budgets, and quality standards are consistently met.

• Assume full responsibility for planning, supervising, and completing multiple audit engagements simultaneously
• Monitor project budgets, manage workflow, and ensure timely and efficient execution under tight deadlines
• Review work papers and financial statements to ensure accuracy, compliance, and adherence to professional standards

• Develop a strong understanding of clients' operations, industry dynamics, and business objectives
• Routinely engage with clients to understand emerging needs, concerns, and strategic priorities
• Recognize opportunities to introduce additional services or innovative solutions that add value to the client relationship

• Lead, mentor, and develop audit Seniors and Staff, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented team environment
• Delegate responsibilities effectively while maintaining accountability for engagement quality and deadlines
• Provide ongoing coaching and real-time feedback to support technical skill development and career progression

• Identify ways to improve audit processes and enhance overall engagement efficiency
• Support Partners in expanding relationships within existing client accounts
• Contribute to internal initiatives focused on innovation, quality, and continuous improvement

• 4-6+ years of progressive audit experience in public accounting
• Currently performing at the Manager level
• CPA license required
• Experience leading audit engagements within one or more private company industries, including manufacturing, automotive, distribution, real estate & construction, healthcare, or professional services
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and auditing standards
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet restrictive deadlines
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and client service skills
• Proven ability to build strong relationships internally and externally

• Experience in a national or Big 4 public accounting firm
• Exposure to multiple private company industries beyond a single core specialty
• Experience mentoring and developing Staff and Senior-level professionals

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