Audit Manager: Lead Engagements & Develop Talent

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Town of Tomah (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PTO

Paid parental leave

Volunteer Time Off

Mental health coverage

Wellness stipend

Fertility benefits

Complete list of benefits here

Job summary

CLA is seeking an Audit Manager or Director to join our Central Wisconsin team. You will plan, supervise, and deliver audits for diverse clients across manufacturing, healthcare, and services, coordinating staff and engaging with Principals.

This role requires a CPA, 6+ years in public accounting, and ability to travel to client sites, including overnight stays. You will mentor staff, develop strong client relationships, and contribute to business growth through high‑quality service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 6+ years of public accounting experience with emphasis in financial statement preparation, audits, reviews, and compilations.
• Current CPA license required.
• Advanced technical knowledge of audit, accounting, and tax concepts.
• Ability to travel to client sites that may also require overnight travel.
• Demonstrated ability to manage client relationships.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to show strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Dynamic interpersonal manner with capacity to develop and train staff.
• Excellent client service orientation with an ability to expand services and develop new business.

Responsibilities

• Plan, supervise, and control all phases of the Firm’s regular services for clients delegated by Principals.
• Plan the timing, staffing and execution of assurance engagements to promote the most efficient operation and deliver value to our clients.
• Lead the decision-making process for assigned engagements/clients; keep the Engagement Principal fully informed of major decisions and the engagement progress.
• Develop a responsible and trained team through assistance in recruiting, planning assignments, resolving problems, providing direct consultation to staff, evaluating staff performance, and acting as an instructor or discussion leader in professional development programs.
• Supervise preparation of the engagement letter for approval by the Engagement Principal, discuss the nature and terms of the assignment with the client, estimate fees, and ensure client signs and returns the engagement letter prior to the start of the engagement.
• Evaluate internal controls and audit programs prepared by staff, revise as necessary, and present to the Engagement Principal for approval.
• Follow the engagement progress through monitoring time budgets and deadlines for adherence; communicate important developments to the Engagement Principal along with facts, conclusions, and recommendations; provide ongoing attention to client management; and prepare final client meetings.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Leadership & mentoring

Client relationship management

Audit & accounting knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA license

Job description

CLA is seeking an Audit Manager or Director to join our Central Wisconsin team. You will plan, supervise, and deliver audits for diverse clients across manufacturing, healthcare, and services, coordinating staff and engaging with Principals.

This role requires a CPA, 6+ years in public accounting, and ability to travel to client sites, including overnight stays. You will mentor staff, develop strong client relationships, and contribute to business growth through high‑quality service.