Assurance Manager, Financial Services

Baker Tilly Advisory Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 104,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly Advisory Group seeks an experienced audit professional to lead engagements for financial services clients in the New York area. You will plan audits, coordinate teams, review workpapers and deliver timely, accurate financial reporting with high client service standards.

The role requires CPA, 5+ years in financial services audits, strong regulatory knowledge and leadership skills to mentor junior staff across different offices. Excellent communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required.
• 5+ years in financial services audits with private equity, hedge funds, or broker-dealers; strong auditing standards knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit engagements from planning to completion for financial services clients.
• Develop audit plans, including risk assessments and audit strategy.
• Oversee execution of audit procedures and timely delivery of reports.
• Review workpapers for compliance with standards.
• Build and maintain client relationships through regular communication and service delivery.
• Provide strategic insights to improve financial reporting and internal controls.
• Address client issues promptly; stay updated on regulatory changes.
• Supervise and mentor audit professionals; promote high performance.

Skills

Audit leadership

Client relationship management

Regulatory knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA

Tools

Tax software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world's leading financial centers - New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion. Visit bakertilly.com or join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.

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Job Description

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit engagements from planning to completion for financial services clients.
• Develop audit plans, including risk assessments and audit strategy.
• Oversee the execution of audit procedures and ensure timely delivery of audit reports.
• Review audit workpapers and ensure documentation complies with professional standards.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through regular communication and excellent service delivery.
• Provide clients with strategic insights and recommendations for improving financial reporting and internal controls.
• Address and resolve client issues promptly and effectively.
• Stay abreast of regulatory changes and ensure audits are conducted in accordance with applicable laws and standards.
• Advise clients on regulatory matters and best practices in financial reporting.
• Supervise and mentor audit professionals while promoting a culture of continuous improvement and high performance within the audit team.

Qualifications

• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • CPA required.
• Experience:
  • 5+ years of experience in the financial services industry with private equity, hedge fund, and broker-dealer background.
  • Strong knowledge of auditing standards, financial reporting, and regulatory requirements specific to the financial services industry.
  • Leadership experience, with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
  • Great analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
  • Proficient in using tax software and Microsoft Office applications.

• In New York, NY: pay rate range is $112,500 to $168,000
• In Uniondale, NY: pay rate range is $108,000 to $161,200
• In Iselin, NJ: pay rate range is $103,500 to $154,500