Manager - Audit PCAOB

Weaver India; Chennai; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Weaver is a leading national accounting, advisory and consulting firm based in Chennai. The Audit Manager will lead and manage PCAOB-based audit engagements for commercial entities, handling planning, risk assessment, execution, reporting and wrap-up as the primary client contact.

The role requires 6+ years in public accounting with PCAOB exposure, a CPA, and deep knowledge of ICFR, accounting judgment and end‑to‑end audit processes. Strong leadership and ownership are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s (or Master’s) degree in Accounting; CPA required.
• 6+ years of public accounting experience with significant PCAOB audit exposure
• Deep understanding of PCAOB standards, risk assessment, and ICFR
• End‑to‑end audit experience, including planning, risk assessment, fieldwork, reporting, and wrap‑up.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit engagements for commercial entities.
• Oversee planning, risk assessment, execution, reporting and completion of audits.
• Serve as primary client contact and ensure high‑quality audit delivery.
• Manage engagement teams, budgets and client relationships; provide technical guidance on complex accounting and auditing matters.

Skills

Leadership

Team coaching

Client management

Audit judgment

Planning & project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA certification

Job description

The Weaver Experience

Weaver is a full-service national accounting, advisory and consulting firm with opportunities for professionals in many different fields. We seek to bring a human element to the world of accounting, which includes creating a diverse, collaborative, and entrepreneurial workplace culture. Our leaders truly care about the well-being of all our employees and encourage them to pursue their ambitions.

While our business is based in numbers, our success is truly based on people. It’s why we commit to supporting our people not just in their professional growth, but also in their ability to lead balanced, integrated lives. At the foundation of that commitment are our core values. Weaver’s core values were created specifically to empower our people to deliver extraordinary service and be their best selves. Our goal is to balance high development with high performance in order to meet the long-term goals of each individual, team, and our firm.

Learn more about our services, industry experience and culture at weaver.com.

Position Profile

The audit manager is responsible for leading and managing audit engagements for commercial entities in accordance with PCAOB standards. This role involves overseeing the entire audit lifecycle, including planning, risk assessment, execution, reporting, and completion. The Audit Manager serves as the primary point of contact for clients, ensures high-quality audit delivery, manages engagement teams, and provides technical guidance on complex accounting and auditing matters.

Core Requirements

• Bachelor’s (or Master’s) degree in Accounting; CPA required
• 6+ years of public accounting experience with significant PCAOB audit exposure (Commercial entities audits- Consumer Products, Retail & E‑Commerce, Manufacturing & Distribution, Technology, Professional & Business Services, Hospitality)
• Deep understanding of PCAOB standards, risk assessment, and ICFR
• End‑to‑end audit experience, including planning, risk assessment, fieldwork, reporting, and wrap‑up.
• Experience managing multiple engagements, budgets, and client relationships
• Strong experience with complex accounting areas and audit judgments

Key Qualities

• Strong leadership, coaching, and team‑development skills
• Ability to serve as the primary client contact and trusted advisor
• High level of accountability, ownership, and decision‑making capability