Assurance Manager

Location: Glenview Manor

Regional Firm with National Reach

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Salary: $135,000 - $160,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a nationally recognized public accounting and advisory firm that has built a reputation for delivering exceptional client service while maintaining a people-first culture. Our professionals work with privately held businesses, closely held companies, nonprofits, and middle-market organizations across a variety of industries, providing assurance, tax, and consulting services that help clients navigate complex business challenges.

Our firm combines the resources and technical expertise of a larger organization with the collaborative culture, accessibility, and career growth opportunities often found in smaller firms. We believe in investing in our people, fostering meaningful client relationships, and creating an environment where professionals can build rewarding, long-term careers

Why join us?

Meaningful Client Relationships

Work directly with business owners, executives, and finance leaders rather than being siloed into a narrow role. You'll serve as a trusted advisor and play a visible role in client success.

Career Growth Without Limits

Our managers are empowered to take ownership of engagements, mentor developing staff, and contribute to business development initiatives. We offer a clear path for advancement and leadership opportunities.

Diverse and Challenging Work

Engage with clients across multiple industries and organizational structures, allowing you to continually expand your technical expertise and business acumen.

Collaborative Culture

Join a team that values mentorship, knowledge sharing, and professional development. Leadership remains approachable and invested in employee success.

Flexibility and Balance

We recognize that great work happens when professionals have the flexibility and support they need to succeed both personally and professionally.

Job Details

Assurance Manager
Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Assurance Manager to lead audit and assurance engagements for a diverse portfolio of privately held and middle-market clients. This individual will serve as a key advisor to clients while managing engagement teams, ensuring technical excellence, and contributing to the continued growth of the practice.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with strong technical accounting and auditing knowledge, exceptional client relationship skills, and a passion for developing staff.

Key Responsibilities
Client Service & Engagement Management
Lead assurance engagements from planning through completion
Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients
Identify and communicate accounting, financial reporting, and operational risks
Provide recommendations to improve internal controls, processes, and financial reporting practices
Review financial statements and related disclosures for accuracy and compliance
Manage engagement budgets, timelines, and profitability
Team Leadership
Supervise, mentor, and develop senior associates and staff accountants
Review work papers and provide constructive feedback
Facilitate technical training and on-the-job development
Assist with staffing, scheduling, and workload management across engagements
Technical Expertise
Apply and interpret U.S. GAAP, GAAS, and other applicable professional standards
Research and resolve complex accounting and auditing issues
Ensure engagement quality and compliance with firm methodology and professional standards
Stay current on emerging accounting and regulatory developments
Business Development
Develop and maintain strong client relationships
Identify opportunities to expand service offerings
Participate in networking and business development activities
Support the firm's growth initiatives and community presence
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
CPA license required or actively pursuing completion of licensing requirements
5+ years of progressive public accounting experience with a focus on audit and assurance
Prior experience supervising and developing professional staff
Strong knowledge of…