Audit Manager

Civicworks; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Civicworks in Arkansas is hiring an Audit Manager to lead the Arkansas Public Service Commission's General Staff Audit Team, directing financial and regulatory audit activities in utility proceedings.

The role supervises audit staff, coordinates with attorneys, economists and engineers, and provides guidance on accounting principles, GAAP/IFRS, and regulatory requirements to ensure audit conclusions are accurate and well-supported.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of auditing, accounting, or related experience.
• Professional certification: CPA, CIA, CFE, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Direct financial and regulatory audit activities for utility proceedings.
• Supervise audit staff and coordinate with attorneys, economists, and engineers.
• Ensure audit conclusions are accurate and well-supported per standards.

Skills

Audit leadership

Data analytics

Regulatory compliance

GAAP/IFRS knowledge

Cross-functional coordination

Leadership supervision

Auditing standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

CPA/CIA/CFE certification

Tools

Audit software

Data analytics tools

Job description

The Audit Manager leads the Arkansas Public Service Commission's General Staff Audit Team, directing financial and regulatory audit activities in utility proceedings. The role supervises audit staff, manages complex utility accounting and financial reviews affecting rates, and ensures audit conclusions are accurate and well-supported. The position also coordinates with attorneys, economists, and engineers while providing guidance on accounting principles and regulatory requirements.

Key qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum 10 years of auditing, accounting, or related experience
• Professional certification required: CPA, CIA, CFE, or equivalent
• Knowledge of auditing standards, GAAP/IFRS, and regulatory compliance frameworks
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience in audit or compliance role
• Experience with audit tools, data analytics, and risk management frameworks