Audit Senior Manager

JOB SUMMARY

As an Audit Senior Manager, you will be a pivotal leader responsible for overseeing and directing the execution of audit engagements across our diverse clientele.

• Engagement Leadership

  Lead and manage a team of audit professionals, including managers, seniors, and staff members, in planning, executing, and concluding audit engagements while ensuring adherence to engagement timelines, budgets, and firm standards.

• Client Relationship Management

  Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact for audit engagements and providing strategic insights and recommendations to enhance financial processes, controls, and reporting.

• Audit Planning and Strategy

  Collaborate with partners and directors to develop comprehensive audit strategies and plans that align with client objectives, risks, and regulatory requirements, overseeing resource allocation, assignment of roles, and development of audit programs.

• Audit Execution, Review, and Technical Expertise

  Perform intricate audit procedures and review complex accounting and auditing matters to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial statements and disclosures, applying deep technical knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP), auditing standards, and regulations.

• Team Development and Mentorship

  Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the audit team, providing guidance, mentorship, and coaching to managers, seniors, and staff members to enable their success and development.

• Quality Control and Assurance

  Ensure that audit documentation, reports, and conclusions meet the highest standards of accuracy, completeness, and compliance with firm policies and regulatory guidelines while implementing best practices to enhance quality and efficiency.

• Business Development

  Identify opportunities to expand the firm’s client base and service offerings, contributing to business development activities including client proposals, presentations, and networking.

• Risk Management

  Assess and manage risks associated with audit engagements, including potential areas of concern, conflicts, and liability, and implement strategies to mitigate and minimize risks for the firm and clients.

• Thought Leadership

  Stay current with evolving accounting standards, industry trends, and regulatory changes, sharing insights and knowledge with the audit team and contributing to the firm’s thought leadership initiatives.

• Supervisory responsibilities

  Supervise subordinate team members and oversee professional development activities.

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and performing work in front of a computer screen for long periods of time. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.

Travel required; may be frequent and unpredictable depending on client needs.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• 8+ years of relevant experience.
• 5+ years of relevant audit experience within a CPA firm, with progressive leadership responsibilities.
• CPA license required; equivalent certifications required for IT audit.
• Responsible for completing the minimum Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credit requirement.

• Experience in a professional services environment, such as a CPA firm, financial consulting firm, or similar setting.
• Additional industry or specialization certifications preferred.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the colleague for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

UHY is one of the nation’s largest professional services firms providing audit, tax, consulting and advisory services to clients primarily in the dynamic middle market. We are trailblazers who bring our experience from working within numerous industries to our clients, providing them with a 360-degree view of their businesses, and collaboratively developing innovative solutions that meet their business challenges. As an independent member of UHY International, we are part of a top 20 international network of independent accounting and consulting firms.

• Positive work environment: collaborative and supportive, where teamwork is valued.
• Attractive compensation packages tailored to reflect the role, qualifications, and expertise of each individual.
• Comprehensive benefit package, including group health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and generous paid time off (PTO) allowances.