A&A Supervisor

Wertz & Associates; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Wertz & Associates in Wilmington, DE seeks an Audit & Accounting (A&A) Supervisor to oversee multiple engagements, supervise staff, and serve as a primary client contact. This role sits between Senior and Manager with increasing responsibilities and leadership development opportunities.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, 5+ years in public accounting, CPA status or progress toward CPA, and a strong background in audit and accounting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
• 5+ years of public accounting experience with increasing responsibility across engagements.
• CPA license or actively working toward CPA completion.
• Strong background in audit and accounting.
• Proven ability to supervise staff and manage multiple engagements simultaneously.
• Excellent client-facing communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage audit, compilation, and review engagements from planning through completion.
• Coordinate engagement workflow, including scheduling, staffing, budgeting, and monitoring performance.
• Review workpapers, financial statements, and reports for accuracy, completeness, and presentation.
• Resolve accounting and auditing issues as they arise during engagements.
• Evaluate and document client internal controls.
• Communicate directly with clients regarding engagement progress, findings, and recommendations.
• Supervise, train, and mentor staff; provide ongoing feedback and performance input.
• Assign work based on staff skills and development goals.
• Prepare or review financial statements, footnotes, management letters, and related schedules.
• Partner with Managers and Partners to address complex accounting matters.
• Participate in firm initiatives, training programs, and practice development efforts.

Skills

Audit

Staff supervision

Client communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Excel

Word

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Audit & Accounting (A&A) Supervisor

Location: Wilmington, DE
Experience Level: 5+ 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) Supervisor to join its growing team. This role sits between Senior and Manager and is ideal for someone ready to take on increased responsibility, manage engagements, and work directly with clients while continuing to develop leadership skills.

The A&A Supervisor will oversee multiple engagements, supervise staff, and serve as a key point of contact for both clients and firm leadership.

What You'll Do

• Supervise and manage audit, compilation, and review engagements from planning through completion
• Coordinate engagement workflow, including scheduling, staffing, budgeting, and monitoring performance
• Review workpapers, financial statements, and reports for accuracy, completeness, and presentation
• Resolve accounting and auditing issues as they arise during engagements
• Evaluate and document client internal controls
• Communicate directly with clients regarding engagement progress, findings, and recommendations
• Supervise, train, and mentor staff; provide ongoing feedback and performance input
• Assign work based on staff skills and development goals
• Prepare or review financial statements, footnotes, management letters, and related schedules
• Partner with Managers and Partners to address complex accounting matters
• Participate in firm initiatives, training programs, and practice development efforts

What Our Client Is Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• 5+ years of public accounting experience with increasing responsibility across engagements
• CPA license or actively working toward CPA completion
• Strong background in audit and accounting
• Proven ability to supervise staff and manage multiple engagements simultaneously
• Excellent client‑facing communication and organizational skills
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word

Why This Opportunity

• Clear step toward Manager‑level responsibility
• Direct interaction with Managers and Partners
• Opportunity to lead engagements and develop staff
• Stable firm environment with a strong local reputation
• Broad exposure across audit and accounting services

This role is ideal for an A&A professional who wants to grow into a leadership position while remaining hands‑on with clients and engagements.