Audit Manager

Wertz & Associates; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Life insurance

Continuing education support

Professional development opportunities

Long-term advancement potential

Job summary

Wertz & Associates is seeking an Audit Manager (CPA) in Surprise, AZ, to lead engagements, mentor staff, and provide trusted accounting guidance to a diverse client base including healthcare, real estate, nonprofit, and construction sectors. The role emphasizes leadership, technical excellence, and opportunities for advancement within a growing CPA and advisory firm.

The position offers a base salary of $130,000–$170,000 with performance bonuses and growth opportunities in a flexible hybrid

Qualifications

• Active CPA license required.
• 5+ years of public accounting experience with strong audit background.
• Experience leading engagement teams and delivering high-quality financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit, review, and related assurance engagements from planning to completion.
• Manage engagement budgets, staffing, timelines and deliverables.
• Review financial statements and engagement workpapers for accuracy and compliance.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships and serve as a trusted advisor.
• Mentor and develop senior and staff accountants and support training initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Client relationships

Public accounting experience

Education

CPA license

5+ years public accounting experience

Job description

Audit Manager, CPA

Assurance Leadership | Client Advisory | Team Development | Career Advancement

Compensation: $130,000–$170,000 Base + Performance Bonus + Growth Opportunities

Location: Surprise, Arizona
Schedule:On-Site

Our client, a respected and growing CPA and advisory firm, is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to join its Surprise office.

This is more than a traditional audit management position.

It's an opportunity to work directly with business owners, healthcare organizations, real estate investors, nonprofit entities, construction companies, and closely held businesses while leading assurance engagements, mentoring talented professionals, and serving as a trusted advisor to clients.

The firm has built its reputation on exceptional client service, technical excellence, and long-term relationships. As an Audit Manager, you'll play a critical leadership role within the assurance practice, overseeing engagements from planning through completion while helping clients address complex accounting and reporting challenges.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• $130,000–$170,000 base salary
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Flexible hybrid work environment
• Established and respected public accounting firm
• Significant client-facing responsibilities
• Diverse portfolio of assurance and consulting engagements
• Opportunity to mentor and develop accounting professionals
• Direct access to firm leadership
• Continuing education and professional development support
• Clear path toward Senior Manager and Partner-track opportunities
• Collaborative and relationship-focused culture

Exceptional candidates with complex engagement experience, specialized industry expertise, business development skills, or demonstrated leadership success may be considered above the posted compensation range.

About the Firm

Our client is a full-service public accounting and advisory firm serving businesses, organizations, and individuals across a variety of industries.

Services include:

• Audit & Assurance
• Reviews & Compilations
• Business Advisory Services
• Tax Planning & Compliance
• Accounting Services
• Consulting Solutions

The firm is committed to helping clients achieve their goals while providing professionals with meaningful career growth opportunities and long-term stability.

The Opportunity

As an Audit Manager, you'll serve as a trusted advisor and engagement leader while overseeing a variety of assurance and consulting engagements.

You’ll gain exposure to:

• Financial Statement Audits
• Reviews & Compilations
• Internal Control Assessments
• Risk Evaluation & Compliance
• Financial Reporting
• Business Advisory Services
• Client Relationship Management
• Leadership & Team Development
• Practice Growth Initiatives

This role offers a strong blend of technical accounting expertise, leadership responsibilities, and client advisory work.

Key Responsibilities

Assurance Engagement Leadership

• Lead audit, review, compilation, and consulting engagements from planning through completion
• Manage engagement budgets, staffing, timelines, and deliverables
• Review financial statements and engagement workpapers
• Ensure compliance with professional standards and firm quality requirements
• Identify risks and provide meaningful recommendations to clients

Client Relationship Management

• Develop and maintain strong client relationships
• Serve as a trusted advisor on accounting and business matters
• Communicate engagement findings and strategic recommendations
• Deliver exceptional responsiveness and client service
• Identify opportunities to strengthen and expand client relationships

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise, mentor, and develop senior and staff accountants
• Provide technical guidance and professional coaching
• Assist with training and leadership development initiatives
• Foster accountability and collaboration across engagement teams
• Support recruiting and retention efforts

Practice Development

• Collaborate with firm leadership on strategic initiatives
• Assist with implementation of new accounting and auditing standards
• Promote process improvements and operational efficiencies
• Support client retention and practice growth effortsContribute to the continued success of the assurance practice

Qualifications

Required

• Active CPA license
• 5+ years of public accounting experience
• Strong audit and assurance background
• Experience leading engagement teams
• Strong financial reporting knowledge
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven project management and organizational abilities
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and deadlines simultaneously

Who Thrives Here?

The ideal candidate:

• Enjoys building strong client relationships
• Wants meaningful leadership responsibilities
• Takes pride in mentoring and developing accounting professionals
• Enjoys solving complex accounting and business challenges
• Values collaboration and continuous learning
• Wants a clear path toward future advancement
• Enjoys balancing technical work with client-facing responsibilities

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Flexible hybrid scheduling
• Health insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Life insurance
• Continuing education support
• Professional development opportunities
• Long-term advancement potential

What Makes This Opportunity Different?

Many Audit Manager opportunities focus primarily on compliance and engagement execution.

This opportunity provides the ability to become a trusted business advisor while helping shape the future of the assurance practice. You'll work directly with business leaders, guide developing professionals, and provide insights that help organizations improve financial reporting, strengthen controls, and achieve strategic objectives.

The combination of leadership responsibility, client visibility, professional development, and advancement potential creates an excellent opportunity for an experienced assurance professional looking to make a greater impact.

About Our Client

Our client is a respected public accounting and advisory firm known for technical excellence, long-standing client relationships, and a commitment to employee development. Through strong leadership, collaborative culture, and a focus on exceptional client service, the firm provides professionals with the resources and support necessary to build successful long-term careers.