Audit Manager, Manufacturing & Distribution

KSM (Katz, Sapper & Miller); Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Katz, Sapper & Miller is seeking an Audit Manager in Indianapolis to lead multiple engagement teams, review workpapers and financial statements, and mentor staff. You’ll ensure audit quality, client communication, and adherence to the firm’s methodology while addressing issues as they arise.

The role requires CPA/CA, 5+ years in public accounting, GAAP/GAAS knowledge, and experience with manufacturing sector audits. Willingness to travel and develop others are essential.

Qualifications

• BS/BA/BBA degree in accounting or equivalent.
• CPA or CA certification.
• Proficient in GAAP reporting standards.
• Experience in the manufacturing sector.
• Knowledge of cost accounting.
• 5+ years of experience in a public accounting environment.
• Understanding of audit services with GAAP, GAAS and FASB regulations.
• Proven track record of building profitable client relationships.
• Minimum of 4 years of team lead or in-charge experience overseeing staff on multiple engagements.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely, high quality client service meeting expectations.
• Assess risk and design audit procedures for engagement teams.
• Understand and utilize the firm’s audit methodology.
• Manage multiple engagement teams and prepare end-of-engagement evaluations.
• Coach staff and monitor performance, reporting on progress.
• Identify accounting matters early and coordinate with firm specialists.
• Supervise seniors and facilitate field work, monitoring productivity and schedules.
• Maintain contact with clients to assess year-round developments and impacts.
• Develop others through training and participation in firm initiatives.
• Keep up with GAAP developments and firm standards; travel as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Education

BS/BA/BBA in Accounting

CPA or CA Certification

Job description

Job Description:

We’re KSM, one of the top 50 largest independent advisory, tax, and audit firms in the United States. But more than our size, it’s our people and culture that set us apart. We believe great things happen when people are supported, challenged, and given the freedom to do their very best work. That’s why we’ve built a workplace where your career and personal life can thrive together – where you have the flexibility to manage your time, the resources to grow, and a team that genuinely cares about your success.

We’ve been employee-owned since 2001, giving every team member a stake in our collective success. This ownership mentality foster a culture of collaboration, curiosity, and excellence – where new ideas are welcomed, different perspectives are valued, and you’re encouraged to explore what excites you most. Whether you’re expanding your skills, tackling new challenges, or making an impact beyond the office, we provide the resources and support to help you grow in the direction that’s right for you.

At KSM, your contributions matter – not just to the firm, but to your colleagues, clients, and the communities we serve across the U.S. If you’re looking for a place where you can do meaningful work, build lasting relationships, and grow in ways that align with what’s most important to you, we’d love to meet you.

Position Summary:

As an AuditManager,you will have the opportunity to focus on managing multiple engagement teams and clients. By providing a comprehensive review of audit workpapers and financial statements you will be helping to mentor your team as you keep an eye on the quality, completeness, and accuracy of each engagement. You will helpfacilitateopen communication with staff and clients whileanticipatingand addressing client issues as they arise.

Responsibilities:

• Providetimely,high qualityclient service that meets or exceeds client expectations including coordinating the auditing of all required financial statements, related disclosures, and other client deliverables

• Assess risk along with design and communicate audit procedures to engagement teams

• Understand and utilize KSM’s Audit Methodology

• Manage multiple engagement teams and prepare end-of-engagement evaluations for staff

• Understand the skillsets and capabilities of Senior Associates andmonitorand review work products that they prepare and report on performance while articulating coaching notes throughout the process

• Identifytechnical accounting matters early and assess the impact on financial statements; coordinate with firm specialists as needed

• Supervise Audit Seniors on engagement teams and function as an in-chargefacilitatingfield work by monitoring and reportingregardingproductivity and adherence to work plan schedules on each assignment

• Maintain contact with clients throughout the year to understand the impact of significant developments in the client’s business and assess impact on current year audit engagements

• Develop others within the Firm through facilitating levels based or industry training, advising on career development orparticipatingin other Firm initiatives

• Subscribe to and actively read industry publications and share relevant information with clients as considered applicable

• Anticipate and address client concerns and elevate issues as they arise

• Understand KSM’s lines of businesses, availability of services and where applicable, discuss with client management opportunities to make valuable introductions to others in the firm

• Develop a strategy toutilizerelationships external to the firm withdifferent typesof Centers of Influence to effectuate business growth

• Manage profitability of projects

• Ensure professional development through ongoing education

• Keep abreast of the latest developments as they affect GAAP and the Firm’s standards and policies

• Willingness to travel, as necessary, depending on specific clients and industry

Requirements/Qualifications:

• BS/BA/BBA Degree in Accounting or equivalent degree

• CPA or CA Certification

• Proficient in GAAP reporting standards

• Experience within the Manufacturing sector

• Knowledge of Cost Accounting

• 5+ years of current or recent experience in a public accounting environment

• Understanding of audit services with knowledge of GAAP,GAASand FASB regulations

• A proven record of building profitable, sustainable client relationships

• Minimum of 4 years of team lead or in-charge experience overseeing staff on multiple engagements

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, veteran status, or any other protected category.