A&A Manager

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

Job summary

Wertz & Associates in Wilmington, DE is seeking an experienced Audit & Accounting (A&A) Manager to join its leadership team. You will oversee multiple audit and accounting engagements, mentor staff, and build long-term client relationships.

This role serves as a liaison between partners, clients, and staff, requiring strong client-facing communication, engagement management, and a proactive approach to risk and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• 7+ years of public accounting experience
• Active CPA license required
• Experience supervising and developing staff
• Strong client-facing communication and leadership skills
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of audit, compilation, and review engagements
• Serve as primary client contact and understand their business
• Plan, schedule, and staff engagements while managing budgets
• Supervise, review, and provide feedback on workpapers, reports, and financial statements
• Evaluate internal controls and ensure compliance with standards
• Mentor and develop staff through training and evaluations
• Assist with billing and client fee discussions
• Participate in practice development and client expansion

Skills

Client-facing

Leadership

Staff mentoring

Organizational skills

Communication

Engagement management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Active CPA license

Tools

Microsoft Word

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.