The Assurance Manager plays a critical role in the firm’s audit and assurance practice. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented, service-minded professional who thrives in a people-focused environment, can handle multiple assurance engagements with confidence, and enjoys creating a confident, welcoming experience for both clients and staff. This is an outstanding opportunity for a seasoned CPA who enjoys working directly with business owners, leading engagement teams, developing staff, and helping clients navigate complex accounting and financial reporting matters. Client Service and Engagement ManagementManage multiple audit, review and compilation engagements from planning through issuance.Serve as the primary client relationship manager for assigned engagements.Develop audit strategies and engagement plans tailored to client risks.Review financial statements and related disclosures for compliance with U.S. GAAP and other applicable reporting frameworks.Ensure engagements are completed efficiently, accurately, and within budget.Resolve complex accounting, auditing, and financial reporting issues.Communicate engagement findings and recommendations to owners, executives, audit committees, and boards of directors.Coordinate with tax and advisory professionals to deliver integrated client solutions.Technical LeadershipResearch complex accounting and auditing issues.Interpret and apply GAAP, GAAS, SAS, SSARS, and other professional standards.Review workpapers prepared by seniors and staff.Maintain compliance with firm quality-control policies and peer-review standards.Assist with implementation of new accounting and auditing standards.Team Leadership and DevelopmentSupervise, coach, and mentor seniors and staff accountants.Provide timely performance feedback and professional development guidance.Participate in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding new team members.Assist in scheduling staff and managing engagement workloads.Foster a collaborative, supportive, and high-performance team environment.Practice DevelopmentBuild and maintain long-term client relationships.Identify opportunities for additional services and value-added consulting.Assist with proposals and presentations to prospective clients.Represent the firm within the business and professional community.
