Audit Manager, CPA

Wertz & Associates; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Partner-track potential

Four weeks PTO

Twelve holidays

Work-life balance culture

Job summary

Wertz & Associates is seeking an Audit Manager in Dublin, Ohio, to lead assurance engagements and serve as a trusted advisor to clients, executives, and boards. The role emphasizes growth, mentorship, and aligning with the firm’s client-focused culture.

You’ll oversee complex audits, manage staff, and contribute to practice development while pursuing long-term advancement toward partnership.

Qualifications

• Active CPA license.
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field.
• 5+ years of public accounting audit experience.
• Significant supervisory and engagement management experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and GAAS.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proven client relationship management abilities.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit engagements from planning through completion.
• Supervise fieldwork, engagement execution, and final deliverables.
• Review workpapers and ensure quality standards are maintained.
• Monitor engagement budgets, staffing, timelines, and profitability.
• Communicate critical engagement developments to firm leadership.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients and executive leadership teams.
• Advise organizations regarding financial reporting, operational risks, and regulatory matters.
• Help clients navigate complex accounting and audit-related challenges.
• Build and maintain strong long-term client relationships.
• Identify opportunities to expand service offerings.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field

Job description

Audit Manager, CPA

Assurance Leadership | Client Advisory | Partner Track Potential | Top 100 Advisory Firm

Compensation: $120,000–$170,000 Base + Performance Bonus + Partner Track Opportunity

Location: Dublin, Ohio
Schedule:On-Site

Our client, a nationally recognized Top 100 business advisory and accounting firm, is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to join its growing Assurance practice in Dublin.

This is more than a traditional audit management position.

It's an opportunity to serve as a trusted advisor to business owners, executives, boards, and organizational leaders while leading complex assurance engagements, mentoring future leaders, driving practice growth, and positioning yourself for long-term advancement within a highly respected public accounting firm.

With more than 400 professionals and multiple offices throughout Ohio and Florida, the firm has built a reputation for combining technical excellence with a people-first culture that prioritizes professional development, collaboration, and work-life balance.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• $120,000–$170,000 base salary
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Clear path toward Partner-level advancement
• Leadership role within a Top 100 accounting and advisory firm
• Significant client-facing and advisory responsibilities
• Strong business development opportunities
• Diverse engagement portfolio and industries served
• Direct exposure to firm leadership
• Four weeks PTO annually
• Twelve paid holidays, including floating holidays
• People-first culture focused on growth and flexibility

Exceptional candidates with niche industry expertise, business development success, PCAOB experience, or substantial client relationship management experience may be considered above the posted compensation range.

About the Firm

Our client is a nationally recognized advisory and accounting firm providing services across:

• Audit & Assurance
• Tax Planning & Compliance
• Business Consulting
• Accounting Services
• Client Advisory Services
• Strategic Business Advisory

The firm's culture is built around investing in its people while delivering exceptional service to clients. Employees benefit from leadership accessibility, professional development resources, and the opportunity to build rewarding long-term careers.

The Opportunity

As an Audit Manager, you'll serve as a key leader within the Assurance practice, overseeing engagement teams, strengthening client relationships, managing project profitability, and helping drive strategic growth initiatives.

You will have significant exposure to:

• Financial Statement Audits
• GAAP & GAAS Compliance
• Internal Controls Assessments
• Risk Management & Governance
• Financial Reporting Advisory
• Practice Management
• Team Development & Mentorship
• Business Development & Client Growth

This role offers an ideal blend of technical leadership, client advisory services and long-term career advancement.

Key Responsibilities

Assurance Engagement Leadership

• Lead audit engagements from planning through completion
• Supervise fieldwork, engagement execution, and final deliverables
• Review workpapers and ensure quality standards are maintained
• Monitor engagement budgets, staffing, timelines, and profitability
• Communicate critical engagement developments to firm leadership

Client Advisory & Relationship Management

• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients and executive leadership teams
• Advise organizations regarding financial reporting, operational risks, and regulatory matters
• Help clients navigate complex accounting and audit-related challenges
• Build and maintain strong long-term client relationships
• Identify opportunities to expand service offerings

Technical Accounting & Assurance

• Apply advanced knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, and financial reporting standards
• Resolve complex accounting and auditing issues
• Draft and review financial statements and disclosures
• Research technical accounting matters and prepare consultation memorandums
• Communicate new accounting standards and regulatory changes to clients

Internal Controls & Risk Assessment

• Evaluate client control environments and financial reporting processes
• Assess the effectiveness of internal controls
• Identify risks and recommend practical solutions
• Present recommendations to management and governing boards
• Support clients in strengthening compliance and reporting processes

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise Associates, Senior Associates, and Supervisors
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and career development support
• Review work product and deliver constructive feedback
• Assist with staff development, recruiting, and retention efforts
• Build and develop future firm leaders

Practice Growth & Business Development

• Participate in networking and business development initiatives
• Strengthen and grow existing client relationships
• Contribute to proposal development and client pursuits
• Support firm growth strategies and market expansion efforts
• Help drive the continued success of the Assurance practice

Qualifications

Required

• Active CPA license
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field
• 5+ years of public accounting audit experience
• Significant supervisory and engagement management experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and GAAS
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Proven client relationship management abilities
• Strong project management and organizational skills

Who Thrives Here?

The ideal candidate:

• Enjoys leading teams and developing people
• Builds trusted relationships with clients
• Think like a business advisor rather than simply an auditor
• Has strong technical accounting expertise
• Wants meaningful influence within a growing firm
• Enjoys networking and business development
• Has aspirations toward future Partner-level leadership

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Family leave programs
• Four weeks paid time off
• Twelve paid holidays annually
• Professional development and training programs
• Wellness resources
• Leadership development opportunities
• Long-term career advancement and partner-track potential

What Makes This Opportunity Different?

Many Audit Manager roles focus primarily on engagement execution.

This opportunity offers the ability to become a true leader within the firm.

You will have meaningful influence over client relationships, staff development, operational improvements, business growth initiatives, and the future direction of the assurance practice. You'll work directly with firm leadership while building the skills, relationships, and visibility necessary for future advancement into senior leadership and partner-level positions.

About Our Client

Our client is a nationally recognized Top 100 accounting and advisory firm known for its commitment to exceptional client service, technical excellence, and employee development. Through a people-first culture and significant investment in professional growth, the firm has built an environment where talented professionals can thrive while enjoying flexibility, meaningful work, and long-term career opportunities.

Professionals benefit from challenging engagements, leadership accessibility, strong mentorship, and a collaborative culture designed to support both personal and professional success.