Audit Manager, CPA

Wertz & Associates; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Performance-based bonus opportunities

Flexible work environment

Strong work-life balance culture

Continuing education and CPA support

Job summary

Wertz & Associates in the Nashville area is seeking an Audit Manager CPA to lead engagements, mentor staff, and foster lasting client relationships. You’ll oversee audits, reviews, and compilations from planning through completion, ensuring GAAP/GAAS compliance while managing budgets and deadlines.

The role emphasizes work‑life balance, leadership exposure, and opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting (Master's preferred).
• Active CPA license in good standing.
• 5+ years of progressive public accounting experience.
• Experience leading audit engagements from planning through completion.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, GAAS, and financial reporting requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple audit, review, and compilation engagements from planning through completion.
• Manage engagement budgets, timelines, staffing, and overall client expectations.
• Oversee internal control documentation, risk assessments, testing procedures, and financial statement preparation.
• Ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with professional standards.
• Communicate engagement progress and significant developments to firm leadership.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to management teams and business owners.
• Coordinate firm resources to deliver exceptional client service.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop staff and senior-level team members.
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Help prepare future leaders within the Assurance practice.
• Research and resolve complex accounting and auditing matters.
• Identify opportunities to expand services within existing client relationships.

Skills

Audit leadership

Team mentoring

Client advisory

GAAP/GAAS knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting (Master's preferred)

Active CPA license in good standing

Job description

Audit Manager, CPA

Assurance Leadership | Client Advisory | Team Development | Work-Life Balance

Compensation: $115,000–$145,000 Base + Performance Bonus + Leadership Growth
Location: Brentwood (Nashville), Tennessee
Schedule: Flexible Hybrid

Our client, a highly respected and growing public accounting firm, is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to join its Nashville‑area team.

This is more than a traditional audit management role.

It's an opportunity to lead client engagements, mentor future leaders, build lasting relationships with business owners and executives, and play a key role in the continued growth of a firm that genuinely prioritizes both professional success and work-life balance.

The firm has built its reputation on a simple philosophy: listening better, trying harder, and caring more. That commitment extends not only to clients, but also to employees. Professionals enjoy meaningful client interaction, direct access to leadership, and a collaborative culture where contributions are recognized and career growth is encouraged.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• $115,000–$145,000 base salary
• Annual performance bonus opportunity
• Strong emphasis on work-life balance
• Leadership role with significant client interaction
• Opportunity to mentor and develop future professionals
• Diverse audit, review, and compilation engagements
• Collaborative and team‑oriented environment
• Direct access to partners and firm leadership
• Long‑term advancement opportunities
• Positive culture focused on employee success and professional development

Exceptional candidates with significant audit leadership experience, niche industry expertise, or business‑development capabilities may be considered above the posted compensation range.

The Opportunity

As an Audit Manager, you’ll serve as both an engagement leader and trusted advisor to clients while helping develop team members and support the continued growth of the practice.

You’ll work directly with privately held businesses, nonprofit organizations, management teams, and stakeholders while overseeing audits, reviews, compilations, financial reporting matters, and client service initiatives.

This role provides exposure to:

• Audit & Assurance Services
• Financial Reporting
• Internal Controls & Risk Assessment
• Client Advisory Services
• Team Leadership & Mentorship
• Practice Growth & Business Development

Key Responsibilities

Engagement Leadership

• Lead multiple audit, review, and compilation engagements from planning through completion
• Manage engagement budgets, timelines, staffing, and overall client expectations
• Oversee internal control documentation, risk assessments, testing procedures, and financial statement preparation
• Ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with professional standards
• Communicate engagement progress and significant developments to firm leadership

Client Advisory & Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong, long‑term client relationships
• Serve as a trusted advisor to management teams and business owners
• Participate in planning meetings, closing meetings, and strategic discussions
• Develop a deep understanding of client operations and business objectives
• Coordinate firm resources to deliver exceptional client service

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise, mentor, and develop staff and senior‑level team members
• Provide timely coaching, performance feedback, and career guidance
• Assist with recruiting, training, onboarding, and retention initiatives
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning
• Help prepare future leaders within the Assurance practice

Technical Excellence

• Research and resolve complex accounting and auditing matters
• Evaluate internal control structures and identify improvement opportunities
• Apply audit methodologies, analytical procedures, and statistical sampling techniquesStay current with evolving auditing standards and accounting regulations
• Ensure engagement compliance with professional and regulatory requirements

Practice Growth

• Participate in client proposals and business development initiatives
• Identify opportunities to expand services within existing client relationships
• Support networking and relationship‑building efforts
• Contribute to the continued growth and success of the firm

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting (Master's preferred)
• Active CPA license in good standing
• 5+ years of progressive public accounting experience
• Experience leading audit engagements from planning through completion
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience
• Strong understanding of GAAP, GAAS, and financial reporting requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong project management and organizational abilities

Preferred

• Experience serving privately held businesses
• Industry specialization experience
• Business development exposure
• Experience mentoring and developing professionals
• Prior audit manager or senior manager responsibilities

Who Thrives Here?

The ideal candidate:

• Enjoys leading teams and developing future talent
• Takes pride in delivering exceptional client service
• Values meaningful client relationships
• Wants a balance between career growth and personal life
• Is proactive, collaborative, and solutions‑oriented
• Enjoys helping businesses solve operational and financial challengesSeeks long‑term leadership opportunities within public accounting

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Continuing education and CPA support
• Professional development programs
• Leadership growth opportunities
• Flexible work environment
• Strong work‑life balance culture

About Our Client

Our client is a well‑established public accounting firm known for delivering exceptional service, technical expertise, and trusted business advice to organizations throughout the region. The firm serves a diverse client base through audit, accounting, tax, and consulting services while maintaining a people‑first culture that prioritizes relationships, responsiveness, and long‑term success.

Unlike many firms where professionals are viewed as resources, this organization is committed to investing in its people. Employees benefit from direct access to leadership, meaningful client engagement, strong mentorship, and opportunities to advance at a pace aligned with their personal and professional goals.