Assurance Manager

Wiss; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Wiss is seeking an experienced Assurance Manager to join our growing Assurance Practice in Florham Park, NJ. The Manager will oversee all phases of audit engagements, manage client relationships, supervise engagement teams, and ensure compliance with professional standards.

Core responsibilities include leading multiple audit engagements, reviewing financial statements, planning teams, and mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent required.
• Active CPA license required.
• 5+ years of progressive public accounting experience, including experience managing audit engagements.
• Construction industry experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple audit and assurance engagements from planning through completion for construction industry clients.
• Review and approve financial statements, disclosures, and workpapers in accordance with GAAP and GAAS.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee engagement teams, ensuring quality, efficiency, and timely delivery.
• Perform and oversee overhead audits and related compliance engagements.
• Evaluate internal controls, assess business risks, and recommend process improvements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, building and maintaining strong, trusted relationships.
• Mentor, coach, and develop senior associates, associates, and interns.
• Review work prepared by staff, provide constructive feedback, and ensure adherence to firm quality standards.
• Manage multiple client engagements while maintaining exceptional client service and meeting deadlines.
• Identify opportunities to expand client relationships and support practice growth.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent

Active CPA license

Job description

Wiss is seeking an experienced Assurance Manager to join our growing Assurance Practice in Florham Park, NJ. The Manager will be responsible for overseeing all phases of audit engagements, managing client relationships, supervising and mentoring engagement teams, reviewing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with professional standards.

Core Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage multiple audit and assurance engagements from planning through completion for construction industry clients.
• Review and approve financial statements, disclosures, and workpapers in accordance with GAAP and GAAS.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee engagement teams, ensuring quality, efficiency, and timely delivery.
• Perform and oversee overhead audits and related compliance engagements.
• Evaluate internal controls, assess business risks, and recommend process improvements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, building and maintaining strong, trusted relationships.
• Mentor, coach, and develop senior associates, associates, and interns.
• Review work prepared by staff, provide constructive feedback, and ensure adherence to firm quality standards.
• Manage multiple client engagements while maintaining exceptional client service and meeting deadlines.
• Identify opportunities to expand client relationships and support practice growth.

Qualifications & Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent required.
• Active CPA license required.
• 5+ years of progressive public accounting experience, including experience managing audit engagements.
• Construction industry experience is required.
• Engineering industry experience is a strong plus.
• Hands-on experience performing and/or overseeing overhead audits
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, and internal accounting controls.
• Excellent project management, leadership, communication, and client relationship skills.

Compensation will be commensurate with experience + discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time. This policy applies equally to all applicants regardless of national origin.

" Wiss is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age "

"Wiss is committed to diversity and inclusion. We seek candidates from all backgrounds to join our team, and encourage our employees to bring their authentic and best selves to work. "

To all staffing agencies : Wiss does not utilize 3rd party firms for any internal or client positions. Please be advised, Wiss is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. All unsolicited resumes will become the property of Wiss.