Audit Manager

JCCS; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer contributions

Health, dental, vision insurance

Early Friday afternoons off

Paid time off and holidays

Paid CPA licensing and continuing education

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

JCCS in Missoula, Montana is seeking a Manager responsible for overseeing complex auditing and accounting projects. Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and a current CPA license.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in public or private accounting and demonstrate strong skills in problem-solving, attention to detail, and communication. The position offers a supportive team environment with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in public or private accounting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited university.
• Licensed CPA by the Montana State Board of Public Accountants.

Responsibilities

• Manage area or department of accounting specialization.
• Oversee complex audit and accounting engagements.
• Train and review engagement activities of lower-level staff.
• Contribute to marketing activities and promote new Firm services.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Licensed CPA by the Montana State Board of Public Accountants

Job description

Do you want to experience work life balance, have a 10-15 minute commute AND live in the most beautiful region? Then JCCS is for you. We offer a comprehensive benefit package that includes half-day Fridays from May to December. You can start your weekends early and enjoy all Montana has to offer, with abundance of hunting and fishing; hiking and boating, camping and skiing.

We look for people who want to grow; who always ask, “What’s next?” Our values and business are rooted in always seeking ways to have greater impact – staying ahead of industry and regulatory trends; seeking new skills, credentials and certifications; and constantly improving how we collaborate, communicate and work together to achieve client, business, personal and professional goals.

Why Work at JCCS

• 401(k) with safe‑harbor and profit‑sharing employer contributions
• Health, dental, vision and HSA contributions
• Early Friday afternoons off (May – December)
• PTO and paid holidays
• Paid CPA licensing and continuing education
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to live and work in beautiful Montana

A Day in the Life

The Manager is responsible for the management of their areas of specialty. They have responsibility for overseeing completion of year‑end compilations, manages audits, and other complex accounting projects. The Manager is proficient in related specialty area(s) of the accounting function, quality control and JCCS committee and/or team responsibilities.

From financial statements to analysis, risk assessment to strategic planning consulting – the experienced team of JCCS auditors build long‑term relationships with clients based on trust, confidence and timely service. JCCS team members have significant experience in industry‑specific areas to help clients plan for strategic growth while minimizing costs and increasing profits. Your local JCCS team is fully prepared to offer a range of audit‑related services with confidentiality, integrity, honesty and independence.

• Manages area or department of accounting specialization.
• Manages complex audit and accounting engagements, as well as billing.
• Trains, delegates, supervises, and reviews engagement activities of lower‑level staff.
• Takes responsibility for quality control issues.
• Uses expertise to serve on JCCS committees and lead JCCS teams.
• Attends training and keeps up to date with industry, state and federal, and IRS changes.
• May help provide transactional support for CAS team as well as coordinate delivery of services.
• Contributes significantly to marketing activities that bring in their own clients and participates in promoting new Firm services.
• Performs other duties, responsibilities and activities as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

To Qualify:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited university.
• Licensed CPA by the Montana State Board of Public Accountants
• 5+ years' experience in public or private accounting.

Skills for Success:

• Technically competent in commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the accounting field.
• The ability to problem‑solve and think independently
• Attention to detail, and good organizational skills.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to take full responsibility for quality of work, delegate, supervise and review other staff’s work and take responsibility for their quality of work.