Audit Manager

Hantzmon Wiebel LLP; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Competitive salary compensation

Paid holidays and paid time off

401(k) and profit-sharing plan

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

HSA, FSA, Life Insurance

Job summary

Hantzmon Wiebel LLP in Charlottesville, Virginia, is seeking an experienced audit manager. You will lead and manage audit engagements, ensuring compliance with standards while building key client relationships.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's/Master's degree in accounting, CPA designation, and has a minimum of 8 years' experience in public accounting. This role offers competitive compensation, career growth opportunities, and full benefits.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in public accounting.
• Experience managing audit engagements from start to finish.
• Curiosity/eagerness to learn and to teach and share knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit engagements from planning through completion.
• Serve as the primary client point of contact.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Analytical problem-solving

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's/Master's degree in accounting

CPA designation or other relevant professional certifications

Tools

CCH/Axcess Workflow

CCH/Axcess Document

CCH/Axcess Engagement

Job description

Who We Are

Our Purpose: We exist to provide solutions and create value through our professional services for businesses, individuals, and nonprofits in our community.

Our Vision: We are committed to utilizing our position as the preeminent independent accounting and professional services firm in Central Virginia to make a positive difference for our clients and our community.

Our Mission: We will use our expertise and entrepreneurial spirit to:

• Nurture future leaders through a supportive, challenging, and enjoyable work environment
• Provide the highest quality professional services to our clients
• Utilize our outstanding team and maximize their effectiveness by promoting a healthy balance between work and daily life
• Work with clients and team members to accomplish their desired results

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit engagements from planning through completion, ensuring compliance with professional standards and firm quality requirements
• Review financial statements, workpapers, and complex accounting issues while managing engagement risk, timelines, and budgets
• Serve as the primary client point of contact, building relationships, communicating findings, and delivering value-added insights
• Supervise, mentor, and develop staff, providing ongoing feedback and supporting performance management efforts
• Work with tax specialist to oversee the preparation and/or review of business tax returns, assist with tax planning, and collaborate with tax specialists as needed
• Identify opportunities to expand client services and support overall firm growth initiatives
• Monitor engagement economics (billing, realization, time management) and contribute to operational improvements
• Stay current on audit regulations, maintain CPA licensure, and uphold ethical and independence standards

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor's/Master’s degree in accounting
• CPA designation or other relevant professional certifications required
• 8+ years’ experience in public accounting
• Experience managing audit engagements from start to finish
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Proactive individual with ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Curiosity/eagerness to learn and to teach and share knowledge
• Analytical problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (required)
• Experience with CCH/Axcess Workflow, Document, Engagement (preferred)

The perks!

• Career growth opportunities
• Competitive salary compensation based on experience
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Full benefits including:
  • 401(k) and profit-sharing plan
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • HSA
  • FSA
  • Life Insurance