Audit Manager: Lead Advisory for Fortune 1000 Clients

Goodwin Recruiting; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

PTO and holidays

Continuing education assistance

Leadership development programs

Exposure to Fortune 1000 clients

Hybrid work environment

Travel opportunities 25–60%

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking an Audit Manager for the Bay Area, CA, to lead external audit engagements with Fortune 1000 and large-cap clients. This role focuses on complex accounting, finance, and business transformation initiatives beyond traditional public accounting.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years of external audit experience, CPA or progress toward, and strong GAAP knowledge, with hands-on leadership from planning through execution. Hybrid work and travel are involved.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of external audit experience with a Big Four or nationally recognized firm.
• CPA license or active progress toward CPA certification.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and FASB.
• Advanced Excel skills; financial analysis and modeling a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting and financial reporting projects from planning through execution.
• Support IPO readiness, M&A, carve-outs, and financial reporting transformation initiatives.
• Collaborate with CFOs, Controllers, and senior leaders to solve complex accounting challenges.
• Prepare and review financial reporting deliverables in compliance with U.S. GAAP and regulations.
• Represent the firm in client presentations and business development activities.

Skills

External audit

Big Four experience

CPA

GAAP knowledge

Excel

Financial modeling

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking an Audit Manager for the Bay Area, CA, to lead external audit engagements with Fortune 1000 and large-cap clients. This role focuses on complex accounting, finance, and business transformation initiatives beyond traditional public accounting.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years of external audit experience, CPA or progress toward, and strong GAAP knowledge, with hands-on leadership from planning through execution. Hybrid work and travel are involved.