Audit Manager

Boeckermann Grafstrom & Mayer; BLOOMINGTON (MN); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Impactful work

Paid time off

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Financial planning

Community involvement

Educational benefits

Flexible work model

Job summary

Boeckermann Grafstrom & Mayer is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to oversee client audit engagements, lead engagement teams, and build strong relationships with clients. You will manage engagements from planning to completion and help staff grow while delivering high-quality client service.

This role requires hands-on audit leadership, technical problem-solving, and collaboration with firm leadership to shape the audit practice. A CPA license and solid knowledge of GAAP/GAAS are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• 5+ years of public accounting audit experience, including leading engagements.
• Active CPA license.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, GAAP, GAAS, and audit risk assessment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple engagements and lead, coach, and develop team members.
• Strong project management, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Commitment to quality client service and a collaborative, solutions‑oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple engagements simultaneously, including planning, staffing, budgets, timelines, workpaper review, and final deliverables
• Lead financial statement engagements across a variety of industries and ensure engagements meet applicable accounting and auditing standards
• Evaluate engagement risks, address technical issues, and maintain high standards of quality and documentation
• Serve as a trusted point of contact for clients, communicate proactively, and identify opportunities to provide additional value
• Coach, mentor, train, and provide meaningful feedback to audit staff and seniors
• Collaborate with Partners and other firm leaders on engagement strategy, proposals, and business development opportunities
• Identify opportunities to improve client processes, internal audit workflows, and team efficiency
• Stay current on accounting and auditing standards, market trends, and developments affecting clients
• Contribute to firm initiatives, knowledge sharing, recruiting, and team development

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Relationship building

Quality client service

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Active CPA license

Job description

Who is BGM?

BGM offers entrepreneurs, business owners, organizations, and individuals a wide range of advisory, audit, accounting, and tax services to meet business and personal needs.

We go beyond solving problems—we anticipate needs, provide insight, and uncover opportunities. Our team partners with clients across a wide range of industries to deliver meaningful results.

Primary Purpose

BGM is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to oversee client audit engagements, lead and develop engagement teams, and build strong relationships with clients. This role combines hands‑on audit leadership, technical problem-solving, and opportunities to contribute to the continued success of our audit practice.

The Audit Manager will manage multiple engagements from planning through completion, collaborate with firm leadership, and help team members grow while delivering high‑quality client service.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage multiple engagements simultaneously, including planning, staffing, budgets, timelines, workpaper review, and final deliverables
• Lead financial statement engagements across a variety of industries and ensure engagements meet applicable accounting and auditing standards
• Evaluate engagement risks, address technical issues, and maintain high standards of quality and documentation
• Serve as a trusted point of contact for clients, communicate proactively, and identify opportunities to provide additional value
• Coach, mentor, train, and provide meaningful feedback to audit staff and seniors
• Collaborate with Partners and other firm leaders on engagement strategy, proposals, and business development opportunities
• Identify opportunities to improve client processes, internal audit workflows, and team efficiency
• Stay current on accounting and auditing standards, market trends, and developments affecting clients
• Contribute to firm initiatives, knowledge sharing, recruiting, and team development

Preferred Skills & Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• 5+ years of public accounting audit experience, including experience leading audit engagements
• Active CPA license
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, GAAP, GAAS, and audit risk assessment
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple engagements and lead, coach, and develop team members
• Strong project management, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication and relationship‑building skills
• Commitment to quality client service and a collaborative, solutions‑oriented approach

What You’ll Love About Us

• Make an Impact. We care about your individuality by giving you freedom to grow and create within the company, regardless of your position.
• Rest and Relaxation. 18 days paid time off, 8 paid holidays,
• Health Medical with HSA and FSA options, dental, and vision.
• Prepare for the Future. 401(k) with a generous company contribution, access to a personal financial planner, and both legal and life insurance.
• Give back. Get paid to give your time to the community: ask us about this!
• Educational Benefits. Whether you are studying for your CPA, or currently enrolled in higher education, we can help cover some of those expenses.
• Flexible Work Models. In‑office, work‑from‑home, or hybrid, depending on position and location.

Not sure if you qualify? Think about applying anyway:

We understand that not everyone brings 100% of the skills and experience for the role. At BGM We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce and offer opportunities to those with a variety of workplace experiences and backgrounds. Whether you are new to accounting, returning to work after a gap in employment or looking to take the next step in your career, we are excited to learn more about you and encourage you to apply!

BGM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We realize the key to creating a company with a strong culture and employee experience comes from who we hire and creating a workplace that celebrates everyone. It is our policy to extend equal opportunity in employment to all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, military service, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.