Audit Manager, EBP

Armanino; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Generous PTO and paid sick time

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) with profit sharing

Wellness program

Generous parental leave

11 paid holidays

Job summary

Armanino is seeking an Employee Benefits Manager in Dallas, Texas. The role includes managing engagement workflows, resolving audit issues, and supervising staff on employee benefit audits. Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, have a CPA license, and possess at least 5 years of public accounting experience. The position also offers comprehensive benefits such as medical coverage, generous PTO, and a 401(k) plan with profit sharing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
• CPA license.
• Minimum 5 years of public accounting experience.
• Assurance leadership or supervisory experience.
• Advanced understanding of GAAP and GAAS procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage engagement and workflow of client deliverables.
• Identify and resolve accounting and audit issues.
• Lead the engagement planning process.
• Review engagement work papers to ensure standards are met.
• Participate in peer review process.

Skills

Management of employee benefit plan audit engagements

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Advanced understanding of GAAP and GAAS

Accounting or related degree

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

At Armanino, career pathways are customized to match your interests and the industries you care about. We support your growth with a network of colleagues who listen and learn from your ideas.

Employee Benefits Manager

Responsibilities

• Manage engagement and workflow of all client deliverables for multiple clients, including audited, reviewed, and compiled financial statements, and internal control and management letters.
• Identify and resolve accounting and audit technical issues impacting the engagement.
• Lead the engagement planning process, assessing timing, risk, controls, and engagement approach.
• Determine and approve staffing and resource needs, and related engagement schedules.
• Review engagement work papers and deliverables to ensure firm and professional standards are met.
• Delegate assignments to supervisors, considering skills, development needs, schedule, and economics.
• Participate in the peer review process.
• Continuously build technical expertise in accounting, financial reporting, and audit methods through education.
• Conduct or review research on complex or new accounting and financial reporting issues, and prepare memorandums to support solutions.
• Coordinate services provided by other departments and practice areas.
• Keep the partner informed about client updates, engagement status, budget versus actual, and technical issues.
• Develop expertise in at least one industry or niche area.
• Assist in developing fee quotes and budgets.
• Prepare client billings and collect outstanding accounts.
• Use assurance department methodologies, processes, and tools to enhance engagement efficiency and client profitability.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, providing updates, advice, and solutions throughout the year.
• Identify cross‑selling opportunities to partner or other service lines.
• Oversee preparation of presentations for audit exit and committee meetings.
• Participate in early stages of practice development activities and proposals.
• Drive initiatives to improve firm and department business processes.
• Serve as an instructor in firm and department training programs.
• Mentor and provide performance feedback to less experienced professionals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
• CPA license.
• Minimum 5 years of public accounting experience, including management of employee benefit plan audit engagements.
• Assurance leadership, guidance, or supervisory experience.
• Advanced understanding of GAAP and GAAS procedures and standards for employee benefit plans.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in accounting or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manager role.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous PTO and paid sick time.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• 401(k) with profit sharing.
• Wellness program.
• Generous parental leave.
• 11 paid holidays.

EEO Statement

Armanino provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. The company complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination. Armanino prohibits workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.