Audit Manager - Financial Services

Weaver; Manhattan Beach (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary range of $120,000 – $150,000

Comprehensive health care package

401(k) plan with company match

Flexible scheduled time off

In-house continuing professional education

Job summary

Weaver, based in Manhattan Beach, is seeking an Audit Manager to lead audit engagements for investment-fund clients. You will develop staff, support business initiatives, and collaborate closely with firm leadership.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, an active CPA license, and 5+ years of experience in public accounting or related fields. This role offers competitive benefits, including a salary range of $120,000 – $150,000 and comprehensive health care.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of public accounting experience or equivalent.
• Experience auditing alternative investment funds.
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise audit engagements for investment-fund clients.
• Collaborate on business-development projects.
• Maintain strong client relationships and ensure service quality.

Skills

Mentoring and training

Client engagement

Technical supervision

Independent decision-making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Active CPA license

Job description

Weaver is a full-service national accounting, advisory, and consulting firm focused on delivering high‑quality audit services to the financial services industry. In this role you will join our dynamic Financial Services team concentrating on investment‑fund clients, including venture capital, private equity, and real‑estate funds.

Position Profile

As an Audit Manager, you will lead full audit engagements, develop and mentor staff, support business‑development initiatives, and collaborate closely with firm leadership on administration and strategy.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and supervise audit engagements for investment‑fund clients, ensuring high quality and compliance with professional standards.
• Mentor and train associates, senior associates, and supervisors, fostering professional growth and technical proficiency.
• Collaborate with firm leadership on business‑development projects and key firm‑wide initiatives.
• Contribute to firm administration and operational support functions.
• Maintain strong client relationships, providing exceptional service and adding value to engagements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• Active CPA license.
• 5+ years of public accounting experience or equivalent.
• Experience auditing alternative investment funds (venture capital, private equity, real‑estate).
• Technical knowledge sufficient to supervise senior associates and associates.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or other advanced education in accounting or related field.
• Strong communication and client engagement skills.
• Proven ability to manage, mentor, and develop staff.
• Independent thinker with strong decision‑making skills.
• Experience attracting and servicing new clients and expanding services.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary range: $120,000 – $150,000 (plus incentives, opportunities for bonuses, and equity).
• Comprehensive health care package: medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Flexible scheduled time off (STO), minimum 56 hours of sick and safe leave, 11 holidays, and two scheduled recharge days.
• In‑house continuing professional education (CPE) and internal learning & development opportunities.
• WeaverLEAD internal leadership coaching program supporting leaders at all levels.

Equal Opportunity

We are proudly an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

Employee Referral Program

This role is eligible for the employee referral program.