Audit Manager

Doeren Mayhew; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Doeren Mayhew is looking for an Audit Manager to lead client engagements in their Houston, TX office. The role involves managing audits, preparing and reviewing financial statements, and leading a team of interns and associates.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, a CPA license, and over 5 years of experience in auditing. Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills are essential for success in this role.

Join a respected firm that values ongoing professional development and offers a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of audit experience in a local, regional or Big Four firm.
• Ability to adapt quickly to new technology platforms.
• Detail-oriented with strong leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit engagement teams across various industries.
• Design and manage audits, reviews, compilations, and special projects.
• Review and finalize financial statements and management reports.
• Assess and make recommendations on client internal controls.
• Participate in business development activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Presentation skills

Microsoft Excel

Leadership

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

CPA license

Job description

Doeren Mayhew is the 37th largest U.S. tax, assurance and advisory firm headquartered in Troy, Michigan with over 25 offices across the country and abroad. Founded in 1932, Doeren Mayhew is positioned for successful future growth. If you want to join a rising firm that is consistently named among the 50 best-managed firms in the nation, this is the firm for you.

We are seeking an Audit Manager to join our Houston, TX office. The Audit Manager is responsible for leading client engagements, delivering high-quality service through technical quality control, cost effectiveness, accuracy, and timeliness. Designs, plans, organizes, manages, and drives the engagement planning, organization, field work, drafting and finalization of financial statements, and any additional engagement components.

Responsibilities:

• Lead engagement teams serving clients in industries such as manufacturing, construction, governmental, non-profit, wholesale, distribution, retail, hospitality, and more
• Lead, plan, and manage audits, reviews, compilations, and special projects
• Design, participate, and lead engagements including planning, field work, control analysis and testing, substantive procedures, and identify and assist clients with business issues and reporting
• Prepare, review, and/or finalize financial statements, work papers, audit programs, and management reports
• Review, assess, and analyze client internal controls; make recommendations to improve internal controls
• Work closely with clients and associates to identify and understand engagement risk assessments and develop mitigating risk recommendations
• Prepare tax accruals for financial statements
• Apply technical expertise and interpret laws, regulations and standards to formulate client-related recommendations
• Build, direct, and foster motivated, empowered, and engaged teams
• Review the work of interns and associates and provide coaching, forward feedback based on observable behavior in real time to assist staff in developing technical and soft skills
• Collaborate with Senior Managers and Shareholders on sales opportunities; actively participate in business development activities and begin to build a book of business
• Stay abreast of current audit regulations and best practices; commit to ongoing personal professional development and continuous improvement plans

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, or equivalent degree
• CPA license required
• 5+ years’ of current experience in an audit practice with a local, regional or Big Four firm
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking skills, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively communicate in a professional manner with all levels of personnel internally and externally
• Strong presentation skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Ability to adapt quickly to new technology platforms
• Ability to work independently, but also in a team environment
• Ability to proactively manage multiple deadlines and engagements concurrently
• Detail-oriented
• Strong leadership skills; ability to inspire, motivate, and develop team members and direct reports

Doeren Mayhew is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran, marital, or any other status protected by law.