Audit Manager

Aldrich CPAs & Advisors LLP; Carlsbad (CA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits and retirement savings

Paid time off

Public holidays

Volunteer time off

Sabbaticals

Parental leave

Job summary

Aldrich CPAs & Advisors LLP is seeking an Audit Manager to join our team serving Construction industry clients in California. The role involves managing audits, reviews, and compilations from planning through completion while acting as a trusted advisor. Hybrid work options are available in Carlsbad or Mission Valley.

You will lead client engagements, guide staff, and contribute to new business development, all while maintaining strong client relationships and adherence to professional standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• CPA exam completed or active license.
• 4+ years of public accounting experience with a focus on audit.
• Ability to lead and develop staff and engagement teams.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, analytical, and research skills.
• Experience managing client relationships and engagement teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage audit, review, and compilation engagements from planning through completion.
• Coordinate service delivery and manage all aspects of client engagements.
• Serve as a technical resource for staff and seniors on complex accounting and audit matters.
• Review engagement workpapers and financial statements for accuracy and compliance with professional standards.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through regular communication and timely, high-quality service.
• Lead, coach, and mentor staff and seniors through training, performance feedback, and development opportunities.
• Manage engagement economics, including budgets, billings, collections, and client fees.
• Identify opportunities to expand client relationships and participate in business development.
• Contribute to process improvements and innovative approaches that enhance client and employee experience.

Skills

Audit

GAAP & FASB

Leadership

Client relationships

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CPA certification

Job description

Description

Aldrich CPAs and Advisors is looking for an Audit Manager to join our team serving clients in the Construction industry. This position involves managing audits, reviews, and compilations from planning through completion while serving as a trusted advisor to clients.

This is a full-time position based in our Carlsbad, or Mission Valley offices with hybrid workplace options. The Audit Manager will work closely with clients and internal teams, with opportunities to build strong client relationships and contribute to new business development.

At Aldrich, we serve clients as part of a team, each representing a unique area of expertise. An Audit Manager provides client service, engagement leadership, technical guidance, and relationship management. This position is client facing, so the ideal candidate has strong communication skills, enjoys working directly with clients, and can effectively lead and develop others.

If you want to work with people who care about their co-workers, clients, and communities, strive to achieve a healthy work-life balance within the demands of our seasonal business cycle, and understand the importance of giving back to the community, we want to meet you.

Check out more about Aldrich at https://aldrichadvisors.com/.

Requirements

You’ll Get a Chance To

• Plan and manage audit, review, and compilation engagements from planning through completion
• Coordinate service delivery and manage all aspects of client engagements
• Serve as a technical resource for staff and seniors and provide guidance on complex accounting and audit matters
• Review engagement workpapers and financial statements for accuracy, quality, and compliance with professional standards
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through regular communication and timely, high-quality service
• Lead, coach, and mentor staff and seniors through training, performance feedback, and development opportunities
• Manage engagement economics, including budgets, billings, collections, and client fees
• Identify opportunities to expand client relationships and participate in business development and networking activities
• Contribute to process improvements and innovative approaches that enhance the client and employee experience

What You Bring to the Team

• 4+ years of recent experience in public accounting with a primary focus on audit
• Strong understanding of audit and attest services, GAAP, and FASB standards
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field
• Successful completion of the CPA exam or an active CPA license
• Ability to lead and develop staff and seniors
• Strong communication, interpersonal, analytical, and research skills
• Experience managing client relationships and engagement teams

How We’ll Reward You

At Aldrich, we know a great client experience starts with an exceptional employee experience. We value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and overall quality of life. Here’s what you can expect:

Comprehensive Health Benefits and Retirement Savings:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Health savings, flexible spending accounts, and dependent care benefits
• 401(k) plan with 1.5% match and 5% annual discretionary profit sharing

Generous Time Off:

• 5 weeks of vacation and sick leave combined into a Paid Time-Off bank
• 10 Paid Holidays, including two Floating Holidays
• 16 Hours of Volunteer Time
• 6 week Paid Sabbaticals every 7 years
• 6 weeks of Paid Parental Leave

This information is provided in compliance with applicable state equal pay and pay equity legislation. It is in the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. At Aldrich, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on facts and circumstances of each candidate. The compensation offered may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location and other job-related reasons. Aldrich also ensures internal equity in all pay decisions. The current estimated salary range for this position is $115,000 - $130,000.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including - without limitation, individual and organizational goals.

For a full summary of our benefit offerings, check out Life at Aldrich at https://aldrichadvisors.com/careers/life-at-aldrich/.

What You Should Know

This is a full-time position based in our Carlsbad or Mission Valley offices with hybrid workplace options. This position requires in-person attendance on occasion based on business needs and may include light travel, primarily along the West Coast, between February and April.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

Why Aldrich

Aldrich is a growth-minded west coast regional professional services firm with an innovative and entrepreneurial spirit. We are a values driven firm committed to accountability, agility, collaboration, and respect.

Aldrich’s leadership philosophy encompasses the firm’s clearly defined mission, vision, and values. We exist to improve the lives of our people, our clients and our communities.

Honoring why we exist and our people as our number one priority, Aldrich is committed to providing opportunities to develop the whole person and ensure employees can bring their authentic selves to our shared mission. Aldrich supports individuals’ pursuit of wild success in life and work, and their ability to impact their colleagues, clients, and communities. Aldrich is an equal opportunity employer.