Audit Manager - State & Local Government

Well-respected local Public Accounting firm is looking to add an Audit Manager to their growing team. This stable and growing firm offers clients valuable knowledge and expertise in tax. Due to the recent growth of the firm, there is a strong need for experienced audit professionals to lead engagements.

Audit Manager – Asset Management. Cherry Bekaert has been around over 75 years providing Elite Accounting and Advisory services for our clients. Our shared values, including uncompromising integrity, client-centric focus, and commitment to excellence, are at the core of our operations.

Progressive regional CPA firm needs an Audit Manager who has a State and Local Government specialization
- Fast track to Director/Partnership
- Reasonable work-life balance
- Hybrid work environment.

Full-time

$80,000.00–$ yearly

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$91,200.00–$164,200.0 yearly

$91,400.00–$ yearly

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The Audit Manager is responsible for leading audit engagements, performing financial statement audits, reviews, and assurance services while providing exceptional client service across a variety of industries. This role combines technical accounting knowledge, risk assessment, financial reporting, and team leadership to deliver high-quality audit engagements in accordance with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and committed to helping clients strengthen financial reporting, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.

• Lead audit, review, and assurance engagements from planning through completion, ensuring quality, accuracy, and timely delivery of client services.
• Prepare and review audit work papers in accordance with professional auditing standards, firm methodologies, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform comprehensive risk assessments by evaluating client operations, industry trends, economic conditions, and internal control environments to develop effective audit strategies.
• Conduct substantive testing, analytical procedures, internal control evaluations, and audit documentation to support engagement conclusions.
• Work directly with clients to obtain financial information, conduct interviews with management, resolve audit issues, and maintain strong professional relationships throughout the engagement.
• Prepare financial statements, including cash flow statements, footnote disclosures, management representation letters, and communications with those charged with governance.
• Monitor engagement budgets, timelines, and project milestones, communicating potential risks, delays, or budget variances to engagement leadership.
• Research and apply current accounting and auditing standards, ensuring compliance with GAAP, GAAS, and applicable regulatory guidance.
• Review and resolve engagement review notes promptly while maintaining high standards of accuracy and documentation quality.
• Mentor, train, and provide technical guidance to junior auditors and staff accountants, supporting professional development and knowledge sharing.
• Delegate engagement responsibilities effectively while maintaining overall accountability for audit quality and client satisfaction.
• Identify opportunities to improve audit efficiency, strengthen internal controls, and provide value-added recommendations to clients.
• Protect confidential financial information by adhering to information security policies, ethical standards, and professional confidentiality requirements.
• Perform additional audit, assurance, and advisory responsibilities as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Degree completion or active progress toward completion is preferred.
• One to four years of experience in public…