Assurance Manager, Private Company

Cohen & Co; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Cohen & Co is seeking an Assurance Manager in our Private Company practice to lead high-quality audit engagements for a diverse portfolio across manufacturing, automotive, distribution, real estate & construction, healthcare, and professional services. You will oversee engagement execution from planning through completion, build strong client relationships, and lead high-performing teams in Cleveland.

The role requires CPA, 4–6+ years of public accounting experience, and hands-on experience with

Qualifications

• 4-6+ years of progressive audit experience in public accounting.
• Currently performing at the Manager level.
• CPA license required.
• Experience leading audit engagements within private company industries such as manufacturing, automotive, distribution, real estate & construction, healthcare or professional services.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and auditing standards.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and client service skills.
• Proven ability to build strong relationships internally and externally.

Responsibilities

• Engagement Management and Delivery: plan, supervise, and complete multiple audit engagements; monitor budgets; review workpapers and financial statements for accuracy.
• Client Experience: understand clients' operations, industry dynamics, and business objectives; engage with clients to identify needs and add value.
• Team Leadership: lead and mentor audit Seniors and staff; delegate tasks; provide coaching and feedback for growth.
• Strategic and Business Development Support: improve audit processes; assist Partners in expanding client relationships; contribute to quality initiatives.

Skills

Audit leadership

Communication

Client service

Team leadership

Education

CPA license

Job description

What You'll Do

Ready to lead high-quality audit engagements for a diverse portfolio of privately held businesses?

What You'll Do

Ready to lead high-quality audit engagements for a diverse portfolio of privately held businesses? As an Assurance Manager in our Private Company practice, you'll play a key leadership role delivering audit and assurance services to clients across manufacturing, automotive, distribution, real estate & construction, healthcare, and professional services. You'll oversee engagement execution from planning through completion, build strong client relationships, and lead high-performing teams, working closely with engagement Partners to align on expectations and ensure deadlines, budgets, and quality standards are consistently met.

Engagement Management and Delivery

• Assume full responsibility for planning, supervising, and completing multiple audit engagements simultaneously
• Monitor project budgets, manage workflow, and ensure timely and efficient execution under tight deadlines
• Review workpapers and financial statements to ensure accuracy, compliance, and adherence to professional standards

Client Experience

• Develop a strong understanding of clients' operations, industry dynamics, and business objectives
• Routinely engage with clients to understand emerging needs, concerns, and strategic priorities
• Recognize opportunities to introduce additional services or innovative solutions that add value to the client relationship

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop audit Seniors and Staff, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented team environment
• Delegate responsibilities effectively while maintaining accountability for engagement quality and deadlines
• Provide ongoing coaching and real-time feedback to support technical skill development and career progression

Strategic and Business Development Support

• Identify ways to improve audit processes and enhance overall engagement efficiency
• Support Partners in expanding relationships within existing client accounts
• Contribute to internal initiatives focused on innovation, quality, and continuous improvement

Qualifications

Who You Are

• 4-6+ years of progressive audit experience in public accounting
• Currently performing at the Manager level
• CPA license required
• Experience leading audit engagements within one or more private company industries, including manufacturing, automotive, distribution, real estate & construction, healthcare, or professional services
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and auditing standards
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet restrictive deadlines
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and client service skills
• Proven ability to build strong relationships internally and externally

Preferred Experience

• Experience in a national or Big 4 public accounting firm
• Exposure to multiple private company industries beyond a single core specialty
• Experience mentoring and developing Staff and Senior-level professionals

Who We Are

Sure, we like numbers. (But we'll never treat you like one.)

At Cohen & Co Our Foundational Principles Offer Insight Into How We Achieve An Inclusive, Growth-oriented Culture That Fuels The Success Of Our Firm, Our Clients And Our People. In Particular, We Honor Our Foundational Principle Of “great People First” By

• Championing the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion by embracing the unique stories, backgrounds, perspectives and ideas that come from our people; and
• Offering a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewardspackage, which allows each employee to use the benefits that best suits their needs. Our offerings go beyond standard options, including time off outside of your standard PTO to give back to the community, annual discretionary merit increases and bonuses, talent development resources to tap into growth opportunities, and so much more!

Learn More About Us!

• Discover our Passion, Purpose & Expertise
• Learn more about our Firm's culture

Estimated Base Range: Estimated Salary Range: $85,000 - 125,000*

• Base compensation offered to candidates are determined based on factors such as candidate's relevant skillset, experience, licensure, and certifications, as well as job responsibilities, geography, market considerations, and organizational needs. At Cohen & Co, we don't stop at setting ourselves apart by offering competitive base compensation. As part of our 'great people first' foundational principle, our firm offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that allows each employee to design a package that best suits their needs and goes beyond standard options, including time off outside of your standard PTO to recharge and give back to the community, annual discretionary merit increases and bonuses, talent development resources to tap into growth opportunities.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity of thought and background to build an inclusive and energized culture and better meet the needs of our clients.