Audit Engagement Manager — Hybrid/Remote, CPA Path

Harper Rains Knight & Company; Ridgeland (MS); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid/Remote flexibility

PTO & Holidays

Health insurance

401(k)

CE & development support

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

Harper Rains Knight & Company, a growing Mississippi CPA firm, seeks an experienced Audit Senior, Supervisor or Manager to lead engagements from planning to completion. You will supervise staff, manage client relationships, and ensure adherence to auditing standards in a collaborative, client-focused environment.

The role emphasizes technical proficiency, attention to detail, and the ability to mentor junior staff while balancing deadlines across multiple engagements.

Qualifications

• CPA license (or in the process of obtaining)
• Minimum of 3 years of public accounting experience with a focus in audit and assurance
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or related field
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, GAAS, and accounting principles
• Experience with CCH products (e.g., Knowledge Coach, Engagement) is highly preferred
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple audit engagements and teams simultaneously
• Plan, execute, and finalize audit engagements in accordance with firm policies
• Review audit workpapers and financial statements for quality, accuracy, and completeness
• Provide supervision, training, and mentoring to audit staff
• Maintain client relationships and act as a key point of contact throughout engagements
• Assist in developing firm policies and procedures related to audit methodology and efficiency

Skills

Audit leadership

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting

CPA license

Tools

CCH Knowledge Coach

CCH Engagement

Job description

Harper Rains Knight & Company, a growing Mississippi CPA firm, seeks an experienced Audit Senior, Supervisor or Manager to lead engagements from planning to completion. You will supervise staff, manage client relationships, and ensure adherence to auditing standards in a collaborative, client-focused environment.

The role emphasizes technical proficiency, attention to detail, and the ability to mentor junior staff while balancing deadlines across multiple engagements.