Audit Manager

Schneider Downs; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance from day one

Dental and vision insurance

14+ paid holidays

Flexible Fridays

Parental leave

401(k) with profit sharing

CPA exam bonus

Education assistance program

Pet insurance

Job summary

Schneider Downs in Columbus, OH, is seeking an Audit Manager to lead client engagements, applying technical accounting and financial reporting standards. You will oversee engagement workflows, mentor team members and build strong client relationships across industries.

The role offers a hybrid work model with opportunities for career growth, leadership development, and involvement in community and industry activities proposed by the firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• At least five years of public accounting experience.
• CPA certification.
• Experience serving clients in construction and/or retail industries.
• Ability to extract, analyze, visualize and present data.
• Strong leadership, training and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong client relationships while leading audit, consulting and compliance engagements
• Apply your knowledge of technical accounting and financial reporting standards to help clients address complex business needs
• Lead the development of effective audit approaches using applicable standards and firm methodology
• Manage engagement workflow, timelines and team resources to support high-quality client service
• Collaborate with other practice areas to bring industry insight and a coordinated service approach to clients
• Monitor engagement profitability and support billing analysis for assigned engagements
• Use strong analytical skills and accounting software knowledge to evaluate information and communicate insights
• Coach, mentor and motivate team members through feedback, career guidance and day-to-day leadership
• Represent the firm and grow your professional network through community events, industry organizations and relationship-building opportunities

Skills

Public accounting experience

CPA certification

Accounting data analysis

Leadership & mentoring

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Job description

As a trusted advisor in the professional services industry, you know what matters most to clients: Big thinking with a personal focus. You also know what matters most to your own success, including: career growth, work‑life flexibility, leadership that cares about your ability to succeed, the opportunity to give and receive one‑on‑one coaching and mentoring, as well as learning opportunities that inspire professional development. Experience them all at Schneider Downs, where we’ve been providing accounting, tax, consulting, business advisory and wealth management services through our team of innovative thought leaders for over 65 years. Start building a career with people motivated to help you succeed—and enjoy more of what counts.

As an Audit Manager, you’ll play a key role in leading meaningful client engagements and helping organizations navigate complex accounting, audit and compliance challenges. You’ll oversee day‑to‑day engagement operations, collaborate closely with talented team members and serve as a trusted advisor to clients across a diverse range of industries. This is an opportunity to combine your technical expertise, relationship‑building skills and leadership abilities to make a visible impact for both clients and the firm.

We understand the importance of work‑life balance. That's why we've embraced a hybrid work model, allowing you to enjoy the flexibility of working from home as well as in the office.

Learn more about what it’s like working at Schneider Downs here: https://tinyurl.com/52t4kshw

What You’ll Do

• Build and maintain strong client relationships while leading audit, consulting and compliance engagements
• Apply your knowledge of technical accounting and financial reporting standards to help clients address complex business needs
• Lead the development of effective audit approaches using applicable standards and firm methodology
• Manage engagement workflow, timelines and team resources to support high‑quality client service
• Collaborate with other practice areas to bring industry insight and a coordinated service approach to clients
• Monitor engagement profitability and support billing analysis for assigned engagements
• Use strong analytical skills and accounting software knowledge to evaluate information and communicate insights
• Coach, mentor and motivate team members through feedback, career guidance and day‑to‑day leadership
• Represent the firm and grow your professional network through community events, industry organizations and relationship‑building opportunities

What You’ll Need

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• At least five years of public accounting experience
• CPA certification

Preferred:

• Experience serving clients in the construction and/or retail industries

Other:

• Ability to extract, analyze, visualize and present data in a clear and meaningful way
• Strong leadership, training and mentoring skills, with a genuine interest in helping others grow

WHERE CULTURE COUNTS

At Schneider Downs, our culture is our identity. And it’s our culture of care that makes us unique. Even as we grow, we work hard to retain this culture to continuously promote a positive, supportive work environment through our core values: Care & Respect, Integrity, Be Great, Adaptive and We Not Me.

ENJOY MORE OF THE THINGS THAT MATTER MOST

• Competitive compensation
• Insurance, including health, dental, and vision, that begin on day one
• 20+ days of paid time off and 13 paid holidays
• Flex Fridays and office closures for summer and winter breaks
• Parental leave, family care leave, and volunteer time
• 401(k) plans and profit sharing
• CPA exam bonus, education assistance program, and pet insurance

A PLACE WHERE INCLUSIVITY COUNTS

Schneider Downs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. We believe a culture of care that celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion contributes to a better company, better client services, and a better world.