Audit Manager -

Aspire Talent Solutions; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Progressive regonal CPA firm is seeking an Audit Manager to lead multiple audit engagements and guide teams through planning, execution, and reporting in a hybrid Los Angeles setting.

The ideal candidate has a CPA license, 5+ years in public accounting, and ability to travel to client locations. The role includes staff supervision, budget oversight, and opportunities for fast-track advancement toward Director/Partner.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• At least five years of experience in public accounting.
• Holds a current and valid CPA’s license.
• Ability to travel to assigned client locations.
• Preferred Industry Focus: Manufacturing & Technology, Consumer Products.

Responsibilities

• Manages and is responsible for all phases of an audit or review engagement on multiple engagements at one time.
• Maintains contact with clients throughout the year; knowledge of client’s business and control systems; builds and maintains client relationships.
• Appraises the engagement Director or Partner of developments; identifies issues and recommends solutions.
• Ensures engagements are properly scheduled.
• Creates, tracks and adheres to budgets; investigates overruns and seeks change orders.
• Reviews financial statements and other client deliverables.
• Directs, trains, supervises and reviews work of staff accountants.
• Plays a role in staff performance evaluations and coaching.
• Participates in the Firm’s Business Development efforts.

Skills

Client relationship management

Staff supervision

Budgeting and timelines

Business development

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Audit software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Progressive regonal CPA firm needs a generalist Audit Manager. Fast track to Director / Partnership - Reasonable work life balance - Hybrid work envirronment. Relocation assistance available.

Responsibilities

• Manages and is responsible for all phases of an audit or review engagement on multiple engagements at one time
• Maintains contact with clients throughout the year; possesses a thorough knowledge of the client and all facets of the client’s business and control systems; building and maintaining good client relationships
• Appraises the engagement Director or Partner of all important developments on the client account; identifies any potential issues on each engagement and recommends solutions
• Responsible for ensuring engagements are properly scheduled
• Responsible for creating, tracking and adhering to budgets for assigned Assurance and Advisory engagements; responsible for investigating and explaining budget overruns to Director or Partner and actively looking for change order opportunities
• Reviewing financial statements and other client deliverables
• Directing, training, supervising and reviewing the work performed by senior accountants and staff accountants
• Plays a pivotal role in staff performance evaluations, reviews and periodic counseling
• Participates in the Firm’s Business Development efforts

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• At least five years of experience in public accounting
• Holds a current and valid CPA’s license.
• Ability to travel to assigned client locations.
• Preferred Industry Focus:
  • Manufacturing & Technology: Strong audit background serving clients within the manufacturing and technology sectors, with a solid understanding of industry-specific operational models, revenue streams, and inventory/costing considerations.
  • Consumer Products: Hands-on experience executing financial statement audits for consumer products, retail, or distribution companies.
• Preferred Technical Accounting Proficiency: Demonstrated experience auditing or applying technical accounting guidance in the following areas:
  • Revenue Recognition (ASC 606): In-depth knowledge of evaluating multi-element arrangements, variable consideration, and contract modifications.
  • Leases (ASC 842): Direct experience auditing lease portfolios, including balance sheet recognition, discount rate evaluations, and practical expedients.
  • Stock-Based Compensation (ASC 718): Proficiency in reviewing equity awards, valuation models, grant-date fair value assessments, and stock option accounting.
  • Complex Debt & Financial Instruments: Familiarity with auditing complex debt arrangements, convertible instruments, debt modifications vs. extinguishments, embedded derivatives, and debt covenant compliance.
• Possess thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in the United States, United States Generally Accepted Auditing Standards, and the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board standards.
• Ability to direct, review and train staff, experienced staff and seniors.