Audit Manager, CPA

Audit Manager, CPA Assurance Leadership | Client Advisory | Team Development | Career Advancement

Compensation: $105,000–$140,000 Base + Performance Bonus + Growth Opportunities

Location: Russellville, Arkansas
Schedule: On-Site

Our client, a respected and growing CPA and advisory firm, is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to join its Russellville office.

This is more than a traditional audit management position.

It's an opportunity to work directly with business owners, nonprofit organizations, governmental entities, agricultural businesses, manufacturers, and privately held companies while leading assurance engagements, mentoring talented professionals, and serving as a trusted business advisor.

The firm has established a reputation for technical excellence, personalized service, and long-term client relationships. As an Audit Manager, you'll play a critical leadership role within the assurance practice, overseeing engagements from planning through completion while helping develop the next generation of accounting professionals.

If you're seeking a position that combines technical expertise, client interaction, leadership responsibility, and long-term career advancement, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.

• $105,000–$140,000 base salary
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Flexible hybrid work environment
• Established and respected public accounting firm
• Significant client-facing responsibilities
• Diverse portfolio of assurance and advisory engagements
• Opportunity to mentor and develop accounting professionals
• Direct access to firm leadership
• Continuing education and professional development support
• Clear path toward Senior Manager and Partner-track opportunities
• Collaborative and relationship-driven culture

Exceptional candidates with specialized industry expertise, leadership experience, or complex engagement management experience may be considered above the posted compensation range.

Our client is a full-service public accounting and advisory firm serving businesses, organizations, and individuals throughout Arkansas.

Services include:

• Audit & Assurance
• Reviews & Compilations
• Business Advisory Services
• Tax Planning & Compliance
• Accounting Services
• Consulting Solutions

The firm is committed to providing high-quality client service while creating opportunities for professionals to grow, lead, and build rewarding long-term careers.

As an Audit Manager, you'll serve as a primary liaison between clients, engagement teams, and firm leadership while managing a variety of assurance and consulting engagements.

You'll gain exposure to:

• Financial Statement Audits
• Reviews & Compilations
• Internal Control Evaluations
• Risk Assessment Procedures
• Financial Reporting
• Business Advisory Services
• Client Relationship Management
• Leadership & Team Development
• Practice Growth Initiatives

This role offers an excellent blend of technical accounting work, client interaction, and leadership responsibilities.

• Lead audit, review, compilation, and consulting engagements from planning through completion
• Manage engagement budgets, staffing, deadlines, and deliverables
• Review financial statements and engagement documentation
• Ensure compliance with professional standards and firm quality requirements
• Identify engagement risks and develop practical solutions

• Develop and maintain strong client relationships
• Serve as a trusted advisor on financial and operational matters
• Communicate engagement findings and recommendations
• Deliver exceptional client service and responsiveness
• Identify opportunities to provide additional value to clients

• Supervise, mentor, and develop senior and staff accountants
• Provide technical guidance and coaching
• Participate in training and professional development initiatives
• Foster collaboration and accountability across engagement teams
• Support recruiting and retention efforts

• Collaborate with firm leadership on strategic initiatives
• Assist with implementation of new accounting and auditing standards
• Support process improvement initiatives
• Contribute to client…