Audit Manager

Doeren Mayhew; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Doeren Mayhew seeks an experienced Audit Manager for its Birmingham, AL office. In this role, you will lead client engagements, ensuring high-quality service and technical accuracy while serving a diverse client base across various industries.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, a CPA license, and a minimum of 5 years of audit experience. You will be responsible for leading audit phases, developing client relationships, and mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of current experience in audit practice.
• Experience performing financial, operational or system audits required.
• Ability to adapt quickly to new technology platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagement team serving clients in various industries.
• Lead all phases of an audit, including planning, control analysis and testing.
• Collaborate with firm leadership on new business development activities.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Strong Microsoft Excel skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

CPA License

Tools

ProSystem Engagement

Job description

Doeren Mayhew is a tax, assurance and advisory firm headquartered in Troy, Michigan with 25 offices across the country and abroad. Founded in 1932, Doeren Mayhew is recognized as the 37th largest CPA firm in the U.S. and is positioned for successful future growth. If you want to join a rising firm that is consistently named among the 50 best-managed firms in the nation, this is the firm for you.

Our firm is seeking an Audit Manager to join our Birmingham, AL office. The Audit Manager is responsible for leading client engagements, delivering high-quality service through technical quality control, cost effectiveness, accuracy, and timeliness. The Manager will have the opportunity to serve a diverse client base of industries such as manufacturing, construction, dealerships, governmental and non‑profit, wholesale and distribution, retail, restaurant and more.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagement team serving clients in various industries.
• Lead all phases of an audit, including planning, control analysis and testing, substantive procedures, as well as identifying and assisting clients with issues and reporting.
• Preparation and review of financial statements, workpapers, audit programs, etc.
• Research and conclude on complex accounting and assurance issues.
• Review and conclude on the validity of analytical review procedures performed by staff.
• Work closely with clients and associates to develop client and project risk assessments, implementations, and recommendations.
• Maintain active communication with engagement team and clients to manage expectations, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Serve as a trusted client advisor, demonstrate knowledge of industry trends, identify client issues or conflicts, and proactively communicate solutions to the client and team.
• Review the work of Associates and provide guidance/mentorship to assist them in developing technical skills.
• Train new Associates and interns on firm technology, processes and procedures.
• Collaborate with firm leadership on new business development activities; participate in client meetings, presentations, and proposal development.
• Proactively establish and maintain effective client relationships and continually look for ways to add value and cross sell firm services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting is required.
• CPA License required.
• Minimum 5+ years of current experience in audit practice.
• Experience performing financial, operational or system audits required.
• Ability to demonstrate strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• ProSystem Engagement experience is a plus.
• Ability to adapt quickly to new technology platforms.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.

Doeren Mayhew is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or any other status protected by law.