Audit Manager – Houston, Texas

Nbutexas; Katy (TX); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Competitive base salary with incentive

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

401(k) with profit sharing

PTO and holidays

Professional development assistance

Executive career coaching

Exposure to Fortune 1000 clients

Travel opportunities based on client

Leadership development programs

Job summary

Nbutexas in Houston, Texas seeks an Audit Manager to lead external audit engagements for Fortune 1000 and large-cap clients. You will partner with CFOs and finance leaders from planning through execution, ensuring high-quality financial reporting under U.S.

GAAP. The role offers a hybrid work model with travel roughly 25–60% based on client engagements, a competitive base salary with a ~20% incentive, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with profit sharing, PTO,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• 7+ years of external audit experience with a Big Four or nationally recognized firm.
• 3 busy seasons as Senior Audit Associate/Senior Auditor/Senior Associate.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and FASB standards.
• Advanced Excel skills; financial modeling is a plus.
• Lead accounting and financial reporting projects for Fortune 1000 and large-cap clients.
• Support IPO readiness, M&A, carve-outs, and financial reporting transformations.
• Willingness to travel 25–60% within the market and nearby locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead external audit engagements from planning to execution.
• Collaborate with CFOs, Controllers, and Finance Directors to solve complex accounting challenges.
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial reporting deliverables under U.S. GAAP.
• Participate in client presentations, business development, and recruitment initiatives.

Skills

Audit leadership

Financial reporting

Communication

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Pivot tables

Financial modeling

Job description

Audit Manager – Houston, Texas

About the Opportunity:

Ready to move beyond busy season?

Join a high-growth leadership and financial advisory firm where you'll work alongside Fortune 1000 and large-cap organizations on complex accounting, finance, and business transformation initiatives. This is an exceptional opportunity for experienced audit professionals seeking accelerated career growth, diverse client exposure, and meaningful impact beyond traditional public accounting.

Audit Manager Benefits and Compensation:

• Competitive base salary with performance-based incentive opportunity (target approximately 20%)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with profit sharing
• Generous paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and sick leave
• Professional development and continuing education assistance
• Leadership development programs and executive career coaching
• Exposure to Fortune 1000 clients across multiple industries
• Accelerated career advancement with diverse client engagements
• Opportunity to work on strategic consulting and financial advisory projects beyond traditional audit
• Hybrid work environment with travel opportunities based on client engagements

Audit Manager Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
• Minimum 7+ years of external audit experience with a Big Four or nationally recognized public accounting firm
• Minimum 3 busy seasons serving as a Senior Audit Associate, Senior Auditor, or Senior Associate
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and FASB accounting standards.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables and financial analysis; financial modeling experience is a plus
• Lead accounting and financial reporting projects for Fortune 1000 and large-cap organizations from planning through execution
• Support IPO readiness, mergers and acquisitions, carve-outs, technical accounting, and financial reporting transformation initiatives
• Collaborate directly with CFOs, Controllers, Finance Directors, and executive leadership to solve complex accounting and business challenges
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial reporting deliverables while ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and regulatory requirements
• Participate in client presentations, business development activities, recruiting initiatives, and internal leadership programs
• Willingness to travel approximately 25–60% within the assigned market and surrounding client locations

Audit Manager Preferred Background & Skills:

• CPA license or active progress toward CPA certification, with experience supporting public companies, advisory engagements, or organizations with annual revenues exceeding $500 million
• Worked in Accounting Advisory or Technical Advisory, ARA, CMAAS, or FAAS
• Worked on Deals and Transactions; financial advisory or strategy and transactions are encouraged to apply.
• Entrepreneurial, collaborative, and adaptable professional with exceptional communication skills, strong business acumen, a client-focused mindset, and a passion for continuous learning, leadership, and long-term career growth