Audit Manager - Construction & Development

Brady Martz; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Profit-sharing plan with 401(k)

Group term life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible time off and paid leave

Job summary

Brady Martz is seeking an Audit Manager to lead engagement teams and coordinate multi-project audits for diverse clients. The role requires strong communication, mentoring abilities, and adherence to professional standards.

You will manage planning, risk assessments, fieldwork, and final reporting while maintaining solid client relationships and contributing to business development initiatives. The position emphasizes collaboration and technical excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Accounting required.
• 5+ years of accounting experience, including staff management.
• CPA or CMA license preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and GAAS.
• Proficiency with accounting software and technology.

Responsibilities

• Serve as part of the audit team to deliver high-quality engagement services to clients.
• Lead audit engagement teams to ensure all components of the audit are completed.
• Gather information from clients and lead planning meetings.
• Perform risk assessments and oversee fieldwork procedures.
• Manage the audit through final report issuance and client relationship management.
• Supervise, review, train, and mentor Senior Associates and Associates.
• Provide regular feedback to Senior Managers and Principals and support business development.
• Utilize cloud-based technology and audit software effectively.

Skills

Communication

Mentoring

Problem-solving

GAAP knowledge

Technology proficiency

People management

Written and verbal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Audit Managers may serve as the engagement lead or work under the direct supervision of a Senior Manager, depending on the nature and complexity of the client engagement. This role requires strong communication skills, as Audit Managers interact regularly with both clients and firm team members. Excellent organizational skills are essential to successfully coordinate multiple engagements simultaneously while meeting established deadlines. Audit Managers are responsible for training and leading Senior Associates and Associates by assigning work, reviewing completed tasks, providing constructive feedback, and directing necessary revisions.

Essential Responsibilities

• Serve as part of the audit team to deliver high-quality engagement services to clients
• Lead audit engagement teams to ensure all components of the audit are completed, including:
• Gathering information from clients
• Leading planning meetings
• Performing risk assessments
• Overseeing fieldwork procedures
• Managing the audit through final report issuance
• Supervise, review, train, and mentor Senior Associates and Associates
• Apply sound judgment and analytical skills to prepare and review accounting reports and financial analyses aimed at improving clients' internal controls and accounting procedures
• Manage and monitor ongoing client relationships and needs
• Serve as a primary day-to-day contact for clients on accounting matters
• Provide regular feedback and updates to Senior Managers and Principles
• Participate in business development initiatives
• Utilize cloud-based technology and audit software effectively
• Identify opportunities to strengthen client relationships and cross-sell additional BM services

Keys to Success

• Achieves high levels of client satisfaction
• Uses firm technology efficiently and effectively
• Demonstrates strong mentoring abilities in alignment with firm Career Development guidelines
• Exhibits strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ensures accurate recording and review of accounting transactions
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with clients and colleagues

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business required; Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred
• 5+ years of accounting experience required, including experience managing staff; public accounting experience preferred
• CPA or CMA license preferred
• Strong understanding of GAAP and GAAS
• Proficient in technology and accounting softwareAbility to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Collaborative team player
• Innovative thinker with strong problem-solving abilities

Benefits

Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance; an employer funded profit-sharing plan with a 401(k) option (upon meeting eligibility requirements), group term life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts and a flexible time off and paid leave program.