Assurance Manager

Abacus Solutions Group; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Abacus Solutions Group is seeking a senior assurance leader to oversee complex engagements from planning through completion. You will evaluate risks, manage execution, and ensure quality and compliance with professional standards.

You will mentor teams, build client relationships, and support firm goals while delivering exceptional service and managing multiple engagements to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in assurance-related work.
• CPA license or eligible required.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field

Responsibilities

• Oversee a diverse portfolio of complex assurance engagements, including audits, reviews, and agreed-upon procedures.
• Lead planning, budgeting, staffing, and scope updates; ensure audit programs meet standards.
• Supervise and mentor team members to support professional development.
• Maintain clear client communication and manage engagement progress and profitability.
• Evaluate findings, identify deficiencies, and draft management communications.
• Support business development and establish competitive, profitable fee arrangements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Client relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

CPA license or eligible

Job description

Job Summary

Oversee complex assurance engagements, including audits, reviews, and compilations, from initial planning through completion. Evaluate engagement risks, manage project execution, and ensure work meets the highest standards of quality and professional compliance. Provide leadership, supervision, and mentorship to team members while building strong client relationships, delivering exceptional service, and supporting the firm's overall goals and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a diverse portfolio of complex assurance engagements, including audits, reviews, and agreed-upon procedures.
• Leverage knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, and other financial reporting standards to assess engagement risks and develop effective audit strategies.
• Coordinate engagement planning, including budgeting, resource allocation, staffing, and scope, while updating audit programs as needed.
• Lead, supervise, and mentor team members by providing guidance, training, and constructive feedback to support professional development.
• Track engagement progress to promote team efficiency, maintain profitability, and ensure audit objectives are achieved.
• Examine workpapers, financial statements, and audit programs to verify accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Evaluate audit findings, identify and categorize internal control deficiencies, and draft management and governance communications.
• Develop proposals for prospective assurance engagements and establish appropriate, competitive, and profitable fee arrangements.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with clients and engagement teams regarding project progress, concerns, and audit-related matters.
• Build and strengthen client relationships by understanding their needs, establishing clear expectations, and delivering quality service.
• Pursue ongoing professional development through firm training, continuing education, and independent learning.
• Effectively manage competing priorities and deadlines across multiple engagements.
• Adapt to changing business needs and perform additional responsibilities as assigned by firm leadership.
• Achieve annual billable hour requirements and other performance goals that contribute to individual success, team effectiveness, and overall firm productivity.

Requirements

• 5-10 years of experience in assurance-related work
• CPA license or eligible required.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field
• Expertise in audit standards, procedures, and financial reporting frameworks
• Ability to manage complex engagements and align with firm goals
• Strong leadership and communication skills to mentor team members and collaborate with clients
• Full-time commitment and flexibility to work beyond regular hours to meet team deadlines