Senior Audit Manager; Tax Exposure

Senior Audit Manager (with Tax Exposure)

Fair Lawn, NJ

$150K - $200K

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Audit Manager with both audit and tax responsibilities. This dynamic role is designed for someone who brings well‑rounded public accounting experience and enjoys client‑facing work in assurance and tax. The position is growth‑oriented and may evolve into a Partner role over time.

• Lead, support, and manage audits, reviews, and compilations for a variety of clients
• Prepare financial statements in accordance with GAAP and GAGAS
• Understand and contribute to the firm’s Quality Control system
• Assist clients with day‑to‑day accounting, month‑end close, and reconciliations
• Evaluate internal controls and provide recommendations for improvements
• Work with clients across industries such as healthcare, real estate, tech, manufacturing, not‑for‑profit, and more
• Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for entities—including partnerships, S‑corps, C‑corps (including some international clients)—and individual tax returns
• Assist in tax planning and compliance across various jurisdictions
• Support clients with sales tax, multistate, and international reporting requirements
• Mentor and manage accounting staff and seniors, providing technical training and professional development
• Contribute to process improvement and firm initiatives including quality control
• Support business development efforts and identify opportunities for growth within existing and new client relationships
• Grow into serving as primary advisor for a portfolio of clients in a range of industries

• CPA required
• 15+ years of experience in public accounting
• Strong technical knowledge of GAAP and tax law
• Proficient in accounting and tax software (e.g., CCH Pro System fx, CCH Engagement, Quick Books, MS Office, Excel)
• Excellent communication skills and client‑facing confidence
• Organized, detail‑oriented, and capable of juggling multiple engagements
• Eager to learn and grow in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment with unlimited opportunities

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with options for fully paid employee‑only coverage for health and dental)
• Company‑Paid Life and Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Ancillary Benefits such as supplemental life insurance and short‑term disability options
• Classic Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan with employer contributions
• Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and development including access to Becker and Linked In Learning

Our position operates as part of a US East Coast‑based team, with typical working hours aligning with EST to facilitate effective collaboration. We offer flexibility in managing your schedule to maintain a healthy work‑life balance while meeting business needs.

Crete Professionals Alliance is an equal opportunity employer, considering all applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.