Audit Manager

Bowers Accountants & Advisors; City of Syracuse (NY); Sur place; USD 80 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Company-Paid Life and Long-Term Disabi

401(k) plan with employer matching

Becker and LinkedIn Learning access

Résumé du poste

Bowers Accountants & Advisors in Syracuse, NY seeks an experienced audit professional to lead multiple engagements while guiding client service with integrity and clarity. You will manage audits, assess risks, and supervise staff to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with standards.

The role offers a clear path toward partnership, with responsibilities spanning client advisory services, risk assessment, audit planning, and staff development.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in a public accounting firm.
• Bachelor's or advanced degree in accounting or business.
• CPA preferred.
• Proven track record of leading a team of professionals.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Ambition to advance to a partnership position within the firm.

Responsabilités

• Lead and manage multiple audit engagements for a diverse client portfolio, planning, executing, and completing audits.
• Perform risk assessments and develop audit plans addressing key risk areas.
• Oversee execution of audit procedures, evaluating internal controls and accuracy of records.
• Review audit findings and provide recommendations to improve operations and compliance.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and accounting standards throughout the audit process.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships as a trusted advisor.
• Supervise, train, and mentor audit staff.
• Stay updated on industry trends and communicate implications to clients and team.

Connaissances

Audit leadership

Communication skills

Client relationship management

Formation

Bachelor's or advanced degree in accounting or business

Description du poste

Job Summary

Examine, analyze, and interpret accounting records to prepare financial statements, give advice, or audit and evaluate statements prepared by others. Install or advise on systems of recording costs or other financial and budgetary data. This position has a career path to Partner.

Requirements

• Lead and manage multiple existing audit engagements for a diverse client portfolio, including planning, executing, and completing audits in accordance with established audit procedures.
• Perform risk assessments and develop comprehensive audit plans that address key areas of risk and control within client organizations.
• Oversee the execution of audit procedures, including evaluating internal controls, testing transactions, analyzing financial statements, and verifying the accuracy of records.
• Review and analyze audit findings, identifying areas of improvement, and providing recommendations to clients for enhancing operational efficiency and compliance.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, accounting standards, and professional best practices throughout the audit process.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and providing proactive guidance on financial and business-related matters.
• Supervise, train, and mentor audit staff, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment while promoting professional growth and development.
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging audit practices, and effectively communicate relevant information to clients and team members.
• Demonstrate a commitment to professional ethics and integrity, upholding the reputation of the firm and maintaining confidentiality of client information.

Qualifications

• A minimum of [5] years of experience in a public accounting firm.
• A bachelor's or advanced degree in business or accounting
• CPA preferred
• Proven track record of managing and leading a team of professionals preferred
• Exceptional client service skills with the ability to build and maintain long‑term client relationships.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex financial accounting and audit concepts to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and thrive in a fast‑paced environment
• Ambition and a desire to advance to a partnership position within our firm.

Salary

$80,000- $120,000

Compensation & Benefits

The total rewards package at Current includes base salary and benefits. Our salary ranges are competitive within the accounting industry and are updated regularly using the most reliable compensation survey data for our industry. New hire offers are made based on a candidate’s experience, expertise, geographic location, and internal pay equity relative to peers.

Benefits Package

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with options for fully paid employee only coverage for health and dental)
• Company-Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Ancillary Benefits such as supplemental life insurance and short-term disability options
• Classic Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan with employer contributions
• Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and development including access to Becker and LinkedIn Learning

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.