Audit Manager

Vaco by Highspring; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established public accounting firm is seeking an experienced Audit Manager in Raleigh, NC, offering a clear path to partnership within 2-3 years. The role emphasizes work-life balance, technical leadership, and opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

100% employer-paid healthcare for the employee

Immediate 401(k) vesting with employer match

3.5 weeks of PTO

Office closures post-tax season and during holidays

Qualifications

• 4+ years of recent public accounting audit experience required.
• Ability to manage audits independently.
• Experience with Nonprofit, Construction, and Manufacturing industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and review audits for nonprofit, construction, and manufacturing clients.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and other professional standards.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to the growth of the audit practice.

Skills

Technical proficiency

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting

CPA license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Thomson Reuters software

Job description

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Base pay range

$110,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr

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Senior Associate | Talent Solutions | Vaco Raleigh

Position: Audit Manager

Location: Raleigh, NC (Primarily on-site with flexibility as needed)
Industry: Public Accounting

About the Opportunity

A well-established and growing public accounting firm is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to lead and expand its audit practice. This is a unique opportunity for a motivated professional to step into a leadership role with a clear and realistic path to partnership within 2-3 years. The firm provides a collaborative environment with a strong emphasis on work-life balance and professional development.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Path to Partnership: Step into a leadership role with a defined succession plan and the opportunity to take over the audit practice.
• Work-Life Balance: Capped hours during busy season (55 max) and a 38-hour work week the rest of the year.
• Established Client Base with Growth Potential: The firm is currently turning down audit work-there's significant opportunity to grow the practice.
• Supportive Team: Join a close-knit group of professionals with deep experience and a collaborative culture.
• Flexible Work Environment: Primarily on-site with flexibility as needed. The office is closed the week after tax day and the week following Christmas.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and review audits for nonprofit, construction, and manufacturing clients
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, FASB, and other professional standards
• Perform cold reviews and maintain quality control over financial statements
• Stay current with evolving accounting standards and implement updates
• Engage directly with clients to understand needs and deliver high-quality service
• Contribute to the growth of the audit practice and mentor junior staff
• Willingness to assist with tax returns during busy season (not required)
  
  

Qualifications

• CPA license required
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting
• 4+ years of recent public accounting audit experience
• Strong technical proficiency and ability to manage audits independently
• Experience with Single Audit, Construction, Manufacturing, and Not-for-Profit industries preferred
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Thomson Reuters software (Engagement Manager, Workpapers CS, UltraTax) is a plus.
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 100% employer-paid healthcare for the employee
• Immediate 401(k) vesting with employer match
• 3.5 weeks of PTO
• Office closures post-tax season and during the holidays
  

If you're a hands-on audit professional ready to take the next step in your career and grow into a partner-track role, we'd love to hear from you.

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Accounting

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