Audit Manager

Grant Thornton (US)

Pittsburgh (Allegheny County)

Hybrid

USD 85,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid sick leave

401(k) eligibility

Job summary

A leading accounting firm is seeking an Audit Manager to oversee financial statement audits, build client relationships, and mentor junior staff. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree and an active CPA license. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of public accounting experience and strong analytical skills. Opportunities for professional growth are supported with extensive training programs and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

Minimum of five years of progressive public accounting experience.
An active CPA license is required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Overseeing multiple engagement teams to complete financial audits.
Resolving technical and service issues with clients.
Training and supervising less experienced colleagues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Auditing skills

Technical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, finance, mathematics, or related disciplines

Tools

US GAAP

GAAS

PCAOB

Job description

Overview

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As an Audit Manager, you will use your technical and leadership skills to oversee the completion of on-budget financial statement audits. You’ll apply your knowledge of each client’s operations, processes, business objectives and risks to enhance each financial statement audit — all with the resources, environment and support to help you excel. You’ll build relationships with clients and your engagement teams, and use our world-class audit technology to work collaboratively, solve smarter, and have meaningful business conversations. From day one, you’ll be empowered with access to firm leaders and mentors, training programs, resource groups, team-based communities, and growth opportunities to help you develop your career and achieve more, confidently.

Responsibilities

Overseeing and supporting multiple engagement teams concurrently to complete financial statement audits
Consistently listening and communicating with clients about engagement and service expectations; resolving technical and service issues quickly and thoroughly
Training and supervising less experienced colleagues and providing consistent, regular feedback
Being a proactive problem solver and sought-after business adviser to your clients on a variety of business improvement areas
Teaming with Grant Thornton colleagues on proposals and business development activities
Working at a client site, with your team in the office or remotely. We empower teams to listen first to expectations of clients and teammates; then you and your team can determine when and where to work. No matter when or where, you will have the support you need to thrive
Representing Grant Thornton at recruiting and professional networking events
Building your technical and professional skills through formal training
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, finance, mathematics, or related disciplines
Minimum of five years of progressive public accounting experience with a mid-sized to large firm
An active CPA license (required)
Analytical, technical, and auditing skills, including proficiency in US GAAP, GAAS, and PCAOB rules and standards
Can manage multiple engagements and competing priorities
Value teamwork, are agile and know the power of building strong relationships
Are curious about or have exposure to automation and digitization tools as part of audits or in the professional services environment
Can travel as needed (Travel expectation: 25%)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

About Us

At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.

In the U.S., Grant Thornton delivers professional services through two specialized entities: Grant Thornton LLP, a licensed, certified public accounting (CPA) firm that provides audit and assurance services ― and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (not a licensed CPA firm), which exclusively provides non-attest offerings, including tax and advisory services.

In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational, multidisciplinary platform with Grant Thornton Ireland. The platform offers a premier Trans-Atlantic advisory and tax practice, as well as independent American and Irish audit practices. With $2.7 billion in revenues and more than 50 offices spanning the U.S., Ireland and other territories, the platform delivers a singular client experience that includes enhanced solutions and capabilities, backed by powerful technologies and a roster of 12,000 quality-driven professionals enjoying exceptional career-growth opportunities and a distinctive cross-border culture.

Grant Thornton is part of the Grant Thornton International Limited network, which provides access to its member firms in more than 150 global markets.

The Team

We empower you with options to work in the way that best serves your clients and your life. Consistent with the firm’s hybrid work model, this position will require in-person attendance at least two days per week, either at a GT office or client site.
We support you to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and your household.
We offer personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all identities, roles and aspirations. See details at www.gt.com/careers.
We are committed to inclusion and diversity, with actions to support DE&I at www.gt.com/careers.

What to Expect Next

If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to schedule a time to connect. We also invite you to explore other roles at www.gt.com/careers.

Benefits

Grant Thornton offers personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all identities and roles. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits

Benefits for internship positions: medical, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program, at least 72 hours of paid sick leave, and paid firm holidays during internship.
Benefits for seasonal positions: medical, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program, potential 401(k) eligibility, and at least 72 hours of paid sick leave.

Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on individual and firm performance. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.

Additional Details

It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions are made without regard to protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodation is provided per ADA and state/local laws. For accommodation requests, contact HR@us.gt.com.

For Los Angeles applicants only: we will consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable laws and local ordinances.

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