Audit Manager, CPA

Audit Manager, CPA Assurance Leadership | Client Advisory | Employee Ownership | Executive Client Exposure

Compensation: $97,000–$114,000 Base + ESOP Ownership Benefits + Leadership Growth Opportunity

Location: Hamilton, OH
Schedule: On-Site

Our client, a highly respected and award-winning employee-owned CPA and advisory firm, is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to join its growing Assurance practice.

This is more than a traditional audit management role.

It's an opportunity to become a strategic advisor to business owners, executive leadership teams, nonprofit organizations, and growing companies while leading complex assurance engagements, mentoring future leaders, and helping shape the future of an employee-owned firm where your contributions directly impact your success.

As a 100% employee-owned organization, every team member has a vested interest in the firm's long-term growth and profitability. Professionals enjoy meaningful client relationships, leadership opportunities, year-round advisory work, and a collaborative culture focused on professional development and work-life balance.

If you're looking for a leadership opportunity that combines technical expertise, advisory services, team development, and ownership potential, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.

• $97,000–$114,000 base salary
• 100% Employee-Owned (ESOP)
• Opportunity to build long-term ownership value
• Direct exposure to business owners and executive leadership teams
• Significant client advisory responsibilities
• Diverse client portfolio including nonprofits and closely held businesses
• Leadership role within a growing assurance practice
• Flexible scheduling options
• Generous PTO package
• Comprehensive healthcare and retirement benefits
• Strong career development and advancement opportunities
• Award-winning workplace culture

Exceptional candidates with significant nonprofit experience, industry specialization, business development expertise, or advanced leadership experience may be considered above the posted compensation range.

Our client is an award-winning public accounting and advisory firm serving small and mid-sized businesses, nonprofit organizations, and entrepreneurs across a wide range of industries.

The firm provides:

• Audit & Assurance Services
• Advisory & Consulting Services
• Tax Planning & Compliance
• Financial Reporting Assistance
• Risk Management Consulting
• Business Growth Advisory

Unlike many firms that focus heavily on seasonal work, professionals enjoy ongoing advisory relationships that allow them to become trusted business partners to their clients throughout the year.

As an Audit Manager, you'll serve as a key leader within the Assurance practice, overseeing complex engagements while acting as a strategic advisor to clients.

You'll gain meaningful exposure to:

• Financial Statement Audits
• Nonprofit Audits
• Closely Held Business Audits
• Internal Controls & Risk Assessments
• Operational Improvement Initiatives
• KPI Development & Benchmarking
• Business Advisory Services
• Client Relationship Management
• Team Leadership & Development

This role blends technical accounting expertise, business consulting, leadership, and client strategy.

• Oversee multiple audit and assurance engagements simultaneously
• Ensure engagement quality, timeliness, and profitability
• Review financial statements, disclosures, and engagement documentation
• Manage budgets, staffing, timelines, and delivery expectations
• Maintain compliance with professional standards and firm quality requirements

• Serve as a trusted advisor to business owners and executive leadership teams
• Deliver recommendations related to operational improvements and risk management
• Assist clients with KPI development and performance measurement initiatives
• Identify business challenges and provide strategic insights
• Help clients make informed financial and operational decisions

• Build long-term client relationships based on trust and responsiveness
• Serve as a primary point of contact for client engagements
• Strengthen existing relationships while identifying opportunities to expand…