Audit Manager: Lead Engagements, Mentor Teams, Drive Growth

Clark Schaefer Hackett; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Schaefer Hackett is seeking an Audit Manager in Columbus, OH to coordinate multiple client engagements from planning through delivery. You will lead planning, execution, and completion, manage budgets and timelines, and build trusted client relationships with practical recommendations.

The role emphasizes team development, staff mentoring, and collaboration with firm leadership to expand client services and strengthen community ties. CPA is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required.
• 6+ years of audit experience, preferably in public accounting.
• CPA preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and completion of multiple audit engagements from start to finish.
• Manage engagement budgets, timelines, staffing, and overall project performance while ensuring exceptional client service.
• Build trusted client relationships by identifying risks, solving problems, and delivering practical business-oriented recommendations.
• Review workpapers, financial statements, and engagement deliverables to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance.
• Coach, mentor, and develop audit professionals while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and growth.
• Partner with firm leadership to support practice development, strengthen community relationships, and identify opportunities to expand client services.

Skills

Audit leadership

Client relationship mgmt

Budget management

Team development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Job description

Clark Schaefer Hackett is seeking an Audit Manager in Columbus, OH to coordinate multiple client engagements from planning through delivery. You will lead planning, execution, and completion, manage budgets and timelines, and build trusted client relationships with practical recommendations.

The role emphasizes team development, staff mentoring, and collaboration with firm leadership to expand client services and strengthen community ties. CPA is preferred but not required.