Audit Manager

NorthPoint Search Group; Southfield (MI); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthPoint Search Group seeks an Audit Manager to lead engagements, mentor staff, and deliver assurance services for middle-market clients in a hybrid US role. The position emphasizes client service, process improvement, and team development.

Ideal candidates have CPA credentials, 5+ years of audit experience, and strong leadership and communication skills to manage complex engagements and ensure quality deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting required; CPA credential is mandatory.
• 5+ years of audit experience in a professional services environment.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience with mentoring staff.
• Experience auditing manufacturing and commercial services clients preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit engagements and supervise staff across client teams.
• Develop risk assessments and design test procedures for internal controls.
• Evaluate internal controls and provide actionable recommendations.
• Coordinate fieldwork and ensure timely delivery of deliverables.
• Maintain strong client relationships through ongoing communication.
• Monitor engagement staffing and profitability targets.
• Support firm-wide learning and staff development initiatives.
• Uphold high ethical and professional standards.

Skills

CPA

Leadership

Client service

Auditing software

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

Audit software

Job description

Audit Manager

• Southfield, MI

Who: A seasoned accounting professional with strong audit, leadership, and client-service experience.

What: Lead and deliver assurance services while managing client engagements and mentoring audit staff.

When: Full-time role available immediately.

Where: Hybrid role based in the United States (exact location withheld for confidentiality).

Why: To provide industry-focused audit expertise, drive client value, and support team development within a growing practice.

Office Environment: Collaborative, flexible, development-focused environment with supportive leadership.

Salary: Competitive and based on experience.

Position Overview:

This role offers the opportunity to serve middle-market clients as a trusted advisor, specialize in a specific industry, influence engagement outcomes, and contribute to the growth and development of the audit team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a trusted member of engagement teams, delivering assurance and consulting services to industry-specific clients.
• Engage proactively with clients throughout the year to understand goals, challenges, and operational needs.
• Implement and oversee testing procedures to assess internal controls and recommend improvements.
• Manage fieldwork, ensuring quality service and timely completion of deliverables.
• Provide financial statement insights, analysis, and business recommendations based on testing and findings.
• Oversee engagement staffing, billing, collections, and profitability targets.
• Build strong internal and external relationships through networking and community involvement.
• Participate in firm-wide learning and development programs to continue professional growth.
• Support team members’ growth through active coaching and mentoring.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting required; advanced degree preferred.
• CPA required.
• 5+ years of audit experience in a professional services environment.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience with demonstrated success mentoring staff.
• Experience auditing manufacturing and commercial services clients preferred.
• Strong management, analytical, organizational, communication, and project-management skills.
• Ability to lead teams, deliver exceptional client service, and maintain high ethical and quality standards.
• Proficiency with auditing software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship preferred.