A&A Manager

Wertz & Associates; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Wertz & Associates in Wilmington, DE seeks an Audit & Accounting (A&A) Manager to lead multiple engagements and mentor staff. You will liaise with partners and clients, plan engagements, and guide teams to deliver accurate financial reporting.

The ideal candidate has a CPA, 7+ years in public accounting, and strong client-facing leadership. This on-site role offers growth and direct involvement in firm strategy within a well-established local practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• 7+ years of public accounting experience with engagement leadership.
• Active CPA license required.
• Strong supervision, mentoring and staff development background.
• Excellent client-facing communication and leadership skills.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple engagements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of audit, compilation, and review engagements.
• Serve as the primary contact for clients and understand their businesses.
• Plan, schedule, and staff engagements while managing workflow and budgets.
• Supervise, review, and provide feedback on workpapers, reports, and financial statements.
• Evaluate internal controls and ensure compliance with standards.
• Anticipate engagement risks and address issues proactively.
• Keep partners informed of engagement status and challenges.
• Review and ensure accuracy of financial statements and tax returns.
• Mentor and develop staff through training and evaluations.
• Assist with billing and client fee discussions as needed.
• Participate in practice development and client expansion efforts.
• Stay informed on regulatory developments impacting clients.

Skills

Leadership

Client relations

Communication

Mentoring

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Audit & Accounting (A&A) Manager

Location: Wilmington, DE
Experience Level: 7+ Years of Public Accounting Experience

We are partnered with a well‑established CPA firm in Wilmington, DE that is seeking an experienced Audit & Accounting (A&A) Manager to join its leadership team. This role serves as a key liaison between partners, clients, and professional staff and is ideal for someone who enjoys managing engagements, mentoring teams, and building long‑term client relationships.

The A&A Manager will oversee multiple audit and accounting engagements simultaneously while helping guide the development and growth of both staff and the firm.

What You'll Do

• Manage all phases of audit, compilation, and review engagements
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining a deep understanding of their businesses
• Plan, schedule, and staff engagements while managing workflow and budgets
• Supervise, review, and provide feedback on workpapers, reports, and financial statements
• Evaluate internal controls and ensure compliance with professional and firm standards
• Anticipate engagement risks and proactively address issues as they arise
• Keep partners informed of engagement status, challenges, and proposed solutions
• Review and ensure the accuracy of financial statements, tax returns, and client communications
• Mentor and develop staff through training, coaching, and performance evaluations
• Assist with billing, client fee discussions, and collections as needed
• Participate in practice development efforts, including client expansion and referral relationships
• Stay informed on economic, regulatory, and legislative developments impacting clients

What Our Client Is Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• 7+ years of public accounting experience, with demonstrated progression in responsibility and engagement management
• Active CPA license required
• Strong background in audit and accounting engagements
• Proven experience supervising, mentoring, and developing staff
• Excellent client‑facing, communication, and leadership skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple engagements
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel

Why This Opportunity

• Leadership role with meaningful client and team responsibility
• Direct access to partners and involvement in firm strategy
• Opportunity to help grow and shape the audit and accounting practice
• Stable, reputable firm with a strong local presence
• Collaborative environment that values quality, professionalism, and long‑term growth

This role is ideal for an A&A professional who wants to take ownership of engagements, build strong client relationships, and play an active role in developing people and the practice.