Audit Manager

Wertz & Associates; Conway (AR); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Life insurance

Continuing education support

Professional development opportunities

Long-term advancement potential

Flexible hybrid scheduling

Job summary

Wertz & Associates in Conway, Arkansas seeks an Audit Manager CPA to lead audit engagements, mentor staff, and serve as a trusted advisor to clients. The role combines technical leadership with client-facing opportunities in a growing CPA and advisory firm.

The position emphasizes teamwork, professional development, and delivering high-quality audits while advancing the assurance practice and supporting business owners and nonprofit clients.

Qualifications

• CPA license active and in good standing.
• 5+ years of public accounting experience with audit leadership.
• Strong communication and client service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit, review, and related engagements from planning through issuance.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Client advisory

Team development

Communication

Education

CPA license

Job description

Audit Manager, CPA

Assurance Leadership | Client Advisory | Team Development | Career Advancement

Compensation: $110,000–$145,000 Base + Performance Bonus + Growth Opportunities

Location: Conway, Arkansas
Schedule: On-Site

Our client, a respected and growing CPA and advisory firm, is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to join its Conway office.

This is more than a traditional audit management position.

It’s an opportunity to work directly with business owners, nonprofit organizations, governmental entities, healthcare organizations, construction companies, and privately held businesses while leading assurance engagements, mentoring talented professionals, and serving as a trusted advisor to clients.

The firm has built a reputation for delivering exceptional client service, technical expertise, and long-term value to the organizations it serves. As an Audit Manager, you’ll play a critical leadership role within the assurance practice, helping clients address complex accounting and reporting matters while developing the next generation of accounting professionals.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• $110,000–$145,000 base salary
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Flexible hybrid work environment
• Established and respected public accounting firm
• Significant client-facing responsibilities
• Diverse portfolio of assurance and consulting engagements
• Opportunity to mentor and develop accounting professionals
• Direct access to firm leadership
• Continuing education and professional development support
• Clear path toward Senior Manager and Partner-track opportunities
• Collaborative and relationship-focused culture

Exceptional candidates with specialized industry expertise, complex engagement experience, or demonstrated leadership success may be considered above the posted compensation range.

About the Firm

Our client is a full-service public accounting and advisory firm serving businesses, organizations, and individuals across Arkansas and surrounding markets.

Services include:

• Audit & Assurance
• Reviews & Compilations
• Business Advisory Services
• Tax Planning & Compliance
• Accounting Services
• Consulting Solutions

The firm is committed to helping clients achieve their goals while providing professionals with opportunities to grow, lead, and build successful long-term careers.

The Opportunity

As an Audit Manager, you’ll act as a key liaison between clients, engagement teams, and firm leadership while managing a variety of assurance and consulting engagements.

You’ll gain exposure to:

• Financial Statement Audits
• Reviews & Compilations
• Internal Control Evaluations
• Risk Assessment & Compliance
• Financial Reporting
• Business Advisory Services
• Client Relationship Management
• Leadership & Team Development
• Practice Growth Initiatives

This role offers an outstanding combination of technical accounting expertise, client advisory work, and leadership responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Assurance Engagement Leadership

• Lead audit, review, compilation, and consulting engagements from planning through completion
• Manage engagement budgets, staffing, timelines, and client expectations
• Review financial statements and engagement workpapersEnsure compliance with professional standards and firm quality requirements
• Identify risks and deliver practical recommendations to clients

Client Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Serve as a trusted advisor on accounting and business matters
• Communicate engagement results and recommendations
• Deliver exceptional responsiveness and client service
• Identify opportunities to provide additional value to clients

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise, mentor, and develop senior and staff accountants
• Provide technical guidance and performance coaching
• Assist with staff training and leadership development initiatives
• Foster accountability and collaboration across engagement teams
• Support recruiting and retention efforts

Practice Development

• Collaborate with firm leadership on strategic initiatives
• Assist with implementation of new accounting and auditing standards
• Promote operational efficiencies and process improvements
• Support client retention and practice growth efforts
• Contribute to the continued success of the assurance practice

Qualifications

Required

• Active CPA license
• 5+ years of public accounting experience
• Strong audit and assurance background
• Experience leading engagement teams
• Strong financial reporting knowledge
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven project management and organizational abilities
• Ability to manage multiple engagements simultaneously

Who Thrives Here?

The ideal candidate:

• Enjoys building strong client relationships
• Wants meaningful leadership responsibilities
• Takes pride in mentoring and developing staff
• Enjoys solving accounting and business challenges
• Values collaboration and continuous learning
• Wants a clear path toward future advancement
• Enjoys balancing technical work with client-facing responsibilities

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Flexible hybrid scheduling
• Health insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Life insurance
• Continuing education support
• Professional development opportunities
• Long-term advancement potential

What Makes This Opportunity Different?

Many Audit Manager opportunities focus primarily on engagement execution and compliance.

This opportunity provides the ability to become a trusted advisor to clients while helping drive the future success of the assurance practice. You'll work directly with business leaders, guide developing professionals, and provide insight that helps organizations strengthen operations, improve reporting, and achieve their strategic objectives.

The combination of leadership, client visibility, professional growth, and advancement potential makes this an outstanding opportunity for an experienced assurance professional.

About Our Client

Our client is a respected public accounting and advisory firm known for technical excellence, long-standing client relationships, and a commitment to employee development. Through strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and a focus on exceptional service, the firm provides professionals with the resources and support necessary to build rewarding, long-term careers.