Audit Manager JN -072026-178776

Goodwin Recruiting; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting seeks an External Audit Manager to lead multiple client engagements, manage audit teams, and build relationships with businesses from startups to global organizations. The role emphasizes a tech-forward, collaborative culture.

The position offers a hybrid schedule with on-site client work (3 days in office, 2 days WFH), competitive compensation, and benefits designed to support professional growth and CPA exam success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• 5–10 years of progressive public accounting experience (minimum 2 years in audit management)
• Strong background in GAAP, GAAS, and audit methodology
• CPA license required (or near completion)
• Tech-forward mindset; proficiency in audit and accounting software
• Excellent communication, leadership, and analytical skills

Responsibilities

• Manage and review financial statement audits, compilations, and reviews
• Oversee audit planning, fieldwork, and engagement wrap-up
• Supervise and mentor audit staff and seniors, ensuring quality control
• Identify and resolve accounting, auditing, and reporting issues
• Maintain strong client relationships and deliver exceptional service
• Support business development and contribute to firm strategy initiatives

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Audit software

Job description

A fast-growing, tech-powered, people-first CPA firm is seeking an External Audit Manager! In this role, you will:

• Lead multiple client engagements and manage audit teams
• Build strong client relationships with businesses ranging from startups to global organizations
• Influence firm processes, mentor rising talent, and shape our future
• Work flexibly in a hybrid environment with the latest audit technology.

A fast-growing, tech-powered, people-first CPA firm is seeking an External Audit Manager! In this role, you will:

• Lead multiple client engagements and manage audit teams
• Build strong client relationships with businesses ranging from startups to global organizations
• Influence firm processes, mentor rising talent, and shape our future
• Work flexibly in a hybrid environment with the latest audit technology.

Audit Manager Compensation And Benefits

• Compensation: $120K–$130K, based on experience
• Hybrid schedule: On-site client work, 3 days in office, 2 days WFH
• Benefits: Paid health and life insurance, 401(k) with 4% match, 16 PTO days, professional development, CPA exam support
• Culture: Collaborative, growth-oriented, and designed to invest in YOU.

Audit Manager Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 5–10 years of progressive public accounting experience (minimum 2 years in audit management)
• Strong background in GAAP, GAAS, and audit methodology
• CPA license required (or near completion)
• Tech-forward mindset; proficiency in audit and accounting software
• Excellent communication, leadership, and analytical skills

Audit Manager Responsibilities & Duties

• Manage and review financial statement audits, compilations, and reviews
• Oversee audit planning, fieldwork, and engagement wrap-up
• Supervise and mentor audit staff and seniors, ensuring quality control
• Identify and resolve accounting, auditing, and reporting issues
• Maintain strong client relationships and deliver exceptional service
• Support business development and contribute to firm strategy initiatives

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