Audit Manager

Our client, a fast-growing accounting and advisory firm, is seeking an Audit Manager to join its expanding assurance team. The firm serves a diverse client base of privately held businesses across manufacturing, real estate, professional services, and other industries. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced audit professional to step into a leadership role within a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment. LOCAL candidates to Monmouth County only should apply, as this is a hybrid position.

The Audit Manager will play a key role in leading audit engagements, mentoring staff, and maintaining strong client relationships while supporting the firm’s continued growth. There will be MINIMAL travel requirements for this role.

• Lead and manage audit and assurance engagements for privately held clients across multiple industries
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise audit engagements from start to finish, ensuring quality, timeliness, and compliance with professional standards
• Review audit work papers, financial statements, and related reports prepared by staff and seniors
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, building and maintaining strong working relationships
• Assist with audits of employee benefit plans, including 401(k) plans
• Provide guidance, coaching, and performance feedback to audit staff and seniors
• Collaborate with firm leadership on engagement planning, workflow management, and process improvements
• Stay current on relevant accounting, auditing, and regulatory standards

• Prior experience in public accounting audit, including supervisory or managerial responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, GAAS, and audit methodologies.
• Experience working with privately held companies; exposure to manufacturing, real estate, and professional services clients is a plus.
• Familiarity with employee benefit plan audits (401(k) plans) preferred.
• CPA license strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership ability with a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple engagements and deadlines.

Our client has a competitive compensation structure, in line with market rate (commensurate with experience). They also have full M/D/V, along with 401(K) + match & strong PTO.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. This policy applies equally to applicants regardless of national origin.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.

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