Audit Manager: Fast-Track to Advisory Leadership (Hybrid)

Goodwin Recruiting; Katy (TX); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development assistance

Leadership coaching

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking an Audit Manager in Houston, Texas, to join a high-growth advisory firm serving Fortune 1000 and large-cap clients. This role focuses on complex accounting, finance, and business transformation initiatives, offering significant exposure beyond traditional public accounting.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years in external audit with a Big Four or national firm, a CPA, strong U.S. GAAP knowledge, and proven ability to lead engagements from planning through execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 7+ years of external audit experience with Big Four or nationally recognized firm.
• Minimum 3 busy seasons as Senior Audit professional.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and FASB standards.
• Advanced Excel skills; financial modeling a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting and financial reporting projects from planning through execution for Fortune 1000 and large-cap clients.
• Support IPO readiness, mergers and acquisitions, carve-outs, and transformation initiatives.
• Collaborate with CFOs and senior finance leaders to solve complex accounting challenges.
• Prepare and review financial reporting deliverables ensuring GAAP compliance.
• Engage in client presentations, business development, and recruitment activities.

Skills

External audit experience

U.S. GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Leadership and project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Financial modeling

Job description

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking an Audit Manager in Houston, Texas, to join a high-growth advisory firm serving Fortune 1000 and large-cap clients. This role focuses on complex accounting, finance, and business transformation initiatives, offering significant exposure beyond traditional public accounting.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years in external audit with a Big Four or national firm, a CPA, strong U.S. GAAP knowledge, and proven ability to lead engagements from planning through execution.