Audit Manager

640 UHY Advisors Great Lakes, Inc.; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Comprehensive benefit package with health insurance

Generous paid time off (PTO) allowances

Job summary

640 UHY Advisors Great Lakes, Inc. is seeking an Audit Manager responsible for leading audit planning, execution, and completion. This role demands extensive audit experience and strong leadership to ensure high-quality client service and team development.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and CPA license, with 5-8 years in audit within a CPA firm. The role fosters client relationships and involves managing audit professionals in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of relevant experience, including 5+ years of audit experience within a CPA firm.
• Responsible for completing the minimum CPE credit requirement.
• Experience in a professional service environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of audit professionals.
• Build and maintain client relationships.
• Conduct complex audit procedures and review workpapers.
• Monitor the progress of audit engagements and provide guidance.

Skills

Leadership skills

Client relationship management

Auditing expertise

Complex problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

CPA license

Job description

Job Summary

As an Audit Manager, you will be a key leader responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and successful completion of audit engagements. Your extensive experience in audit and assurance, combined with strong leadership skills, will drive the firm’s commitment to delivering exceptional client service, maintaining high‑quality standards, and fostering team growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of audit professionals, including senior and staff members, in planning, executing, and concluding audit engagements.
• Ensure adherence to engagement timelines, budgets, and firm standards.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as the primary point of contact for audit engagements.
• Collaborate with partners and directors to develop comprehensive audit strategies and plans that address client‑specific risks and objectives.
• Oversee the allocation of resources, assignment of roles, and development of audit programs.
• Conduct complex audit procedures, review workpapers, and assess audit findings to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial statements and disclosures.
• Monitor the progress of audit engagements, providing guidance to resolve challenges and meet milestones.
• Stay abreast of evolving accounting standards, regulatory changes, and industry trends, and apply this knowledge to engagements.
• Provide expert guidance to the team on complex accounting and auditing issues.
• Coach, mentor, and develop audit staff and senior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
• Conduct performance evaluations, provide feedback, and identify opportunities for skill development.
• Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and compliance of audit documentation, reports, and conclusions with firm standards and regulations.
• Implement best practices and methodologies to enhance the quality of audit engagements.
• Identify opportunities to expand the firm’s client base and service offerings.
• Contribute to business development activities, including client proposals, presentations, and networking.
• Supervise subordinate team members.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Work is conducted in a professional office environment with minimal distractions.

Physical demands: prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and performing work in front of a computer screen. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.

Travel required: frequent and unpredictable, depending on client needs.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• 5–8 years of relevant experience, including 5+ years of audit experience within a CPA firm with progressive leadership responsibilities.
• CPA license required; equivalent certifications required for IT audit.
• Responsible for completing the minimum CPE credit requirement.
• Additional industry or specialization certifications may be required.

Preferred Education and Experience

Experience in a professional service environment, such as a CPA firm, financial consulting firm, or a similar setting.

Other Duties

Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the colleague for this role. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits

• Positive work environment with collaborative and supportive culture.
• Competitive compensation package tailored to role, qualifications, and expertise.
• Comprehensive benefit package including group health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plan, and generous paid time off (PTO) allowances.