Audit Manager: Lead Engagements and Grow Your Team

Current; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 105,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

BFJ in Saint Paul, MN, seeks an Audit Manager to lead audit, review, and assurance engagements from planning through completion. You will coach teams, manage client relationships, and identify risks and value-added insights.

The role requires CPA licensure and 5+ years in public accounting with demonstrated leadership. You will drive quality, timelines, and adherence to firm methodology, while contributing to firm initiatives and industry knowledge sharing.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and auditing standards.
• Audit documentation using CCH Engagement or similar tools.
• Ability to plan and execute audits across multiple industries with risk assessment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word; data analysis in audits.
• Strong written and verbal communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• People management: coaching, delegation, feedback, conflict resolution.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagement planning, staffing, budgeting, and scheduling; ensure scope alignment and timely execution.
• Supervise and review audit fieldwork, workpapers, and deliverables; ensure adherence to standards.
• Manage client relationships and communication; lead status meetings and coordinate PBC requests.
• Perform and conclude complex audit areas and judgmental accounting topics; consult with partners as needed.
• Coach, develop, and evaluate team members; provide real-time feedback and training.
• Contribute to practice initiatives (methodology, tools, knowledge sharing, business development) as assigned.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Audit planning

Client relationship management

Audit data analysis

Written & verbal communication

People management

Education

CPA license

Tools

CCH Engagement

Job description

BFJ in Saint Paul, MN, seeks an Audit Manager to lead audit, review, and assurance engagements from planning through completion. You will coach teams, manage client relationships, and identify risks and value-added insights.

The role requires CPA licensure and 5+ years in public accounting with demonstrated leadership. You will drive quality, timelines, and adherence to firm methodology, while contributing to firm initiatives and industry knowledge sharing.