Audit Manager

doeren; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Doeren Mayhew in Houston, TX is seeking an Audit Manager to lead client engagements, ensuring high-quality service with strong technical controls and timely delivery. You will design, plan, organize, and drive engagements from planning through finalization of financial statements, while mentoring staff and supporting business development.

The role requires CPA licensure, 5+ years in audit (Big Four or regional), and proven leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent.
• CPA license required.
• 5+ years’ current experience in an audit practice with a local, regional or Big Four firm.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagement teams serving clients across industries.
• Plan and manage audits, reviews, compilations, and special projects.
• Direct and participate in engagements including planning, field work, testing and reporting.
• Prepare, review, and finalize financial statements and audit work papers.
• Assess internal controls and recommend improvements.
• Collaborate with clients to understand engagement risks and develop mitigations.
• Contribute to business development and client relationship building.

Skills

Leadership

Auditing

Communication

Analytical thinking

Team management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

CPA license required

Tools

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Job description

Doeren Mayhew is the 36th 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
• Detailed 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.

"Doeren Mayhew" is the brand name under which Doeren Mayhew Assurance and Doeren Mayhew Advisors, LLC and its subsidiary entities provide professional services. Doeren Mayhew Assurance and Doeren Mayhew Advisors, LLC (and its subsidiary entities) practice as an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations and professional standards. Doeren Mayhew Assurance is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients, and Doeren Mayhew Advisors, LLC and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business consulting services to their clients. Doeren Mayhew Advisors, LLC and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.