Assurance Manager

NorthPoint Search Group; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthPoint Search Group is seeking an Assurance Manager in Milwaukee, WI, to lead mid-market engagements and mentor junior staff. You will provide trusted financial guidance, drive high-quality audits, and collaborate with clients year-round to align with business goals.

Applicants should have a CPA, 5+ years of public accounting audit experience, and 2+ years of leadership experience. A Bachelor's in Accounting is required, with a Master’s preferred, and proactive staffing and development are

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; Master’s or advanced degree preferred.
• CPA required.
• 5+ years of public accounting audit experience preferred.
• 2+ years of supervisory, mentoring, or team leadership experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead engagements, deliver outstanding client service, and manage multiple priorities.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide assurance and consulting services that positively impact client financial statements, profitability, and operations.
• Engage proactively with clients throughout the year to understand business goals and challenges.
• Implement testing procedures to assess internal control deficiencies and recommend improvements.
• Manage fieldwork to ensure high-quality service and timely engagement delivery.
• Offer financial statement guidance and meaningful business recommendations.
• Review work thoughtfully and communicate insights to clients and firm leadership.
• Assist with engagement staffing, billing, collections, and achieving profitability targets.
• Build strong internal and external relationships using an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Invest in personal development and participate in firm-wide learning programs.
• Support the growth and development of team members through mentoring and coaching.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s or advanced degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Assurance Manager - Milwaukee, WI

An experienced assurance leader who excels at advising clients, developing staff, and driving high-quality engagement execution.

What

Manage and oversee assurance engagements, deliver industry-focused audit services, provide strategic financial insights, and mentor team members.

When

Full-time role with ongoing leadership responsibilities and year-round client interaction.

Where

Milwaukee, WI

Why

To join a rapidly growing public accounting environment offering career advancement, flexibility, and meaningful client and team relationships.

Office Environment

A collaborative, people-focused culture that values autonomy, development, and work-life balance.

Salary

Competitive compensation with benefits.

Position Overview

We are seeking an Assurance Manager to serve as a trusted advisor to middle-market clients while leading engagement teams and contributing to the growth of the assurance practice. This role combines technical expertise, client service leadership, and staff development, offering significant opportunities for upward career trajectory within a fast-growing firm.

What You Will Do:

• Provide assurance and consulting services that positively impact client financial statements, profitability, and operations.
• Engage proactively with clients throughout the year to understand business goals and challenges.
• Implement testing procedures to assess internal control deficiencies and recommend improvements.
• Manage fieldwork to ensure high-quality service and timely engagement delivery.
• Offer financial statement guidance and meaningful business recommendations.
• Review work thoughtfully and communicate insights to clients and firm leadership.
• Assist with engagement staffing, billing, collections, and achieving profitability targets.
• Build strong internal and external relationships using an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Invest in personal development and participate in firm-wide learning programs.
• Support the growth and development of team members through mentoring and coaching.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; Master’s or advanced degree preferred.
• CPA required.
• 5+ years of public accounting audit experience preferred.
• 2+ years of supervisory, mentoring, or team leadership experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead engagements, deliver outstanding client service, and manage multiple priorities.
• Commitment to continuous learning, ethical standards, and timely project completion.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite and professional software tools.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship preferred.