Audit Partner

Brewer Morris; Anaheim (CA); Hybrid; USD 290,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, &

Vision coverage

PTO 4-5 weeks

401(k) with profit sharing (up to 3%)

Negotiable year-end bonus

Clear path to Equity Partnership

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Brewer Morris is partnering with a respected Top 200 CPA firm in Anaheim to recruit a Non-Equity Audit Partner. The role offers a hybrid schedule (3 days in-office, 2 days remote) and a competitive base salary of $290,000 to $320,000 plus a 5-10% bonus, with a clear path to Equity Partnership.

We are seeking an experienced audit leader with 10+ years in public accounting, Big 4 or large firm background, and a strong ability to develop client relationships and drive practice growth.

Qualifications

• CPA required and active licensure.
• 10+ years of public accounting audit and assurance experience.
• Big 4, national, or large regional firm experience preferred.
• Experience leading complex audit engagements and managing client relationships.
• Proven success in business development and practice growth.
• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Long-term interest in a partnership track.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit and assurance engagements for closely held and middle-market businesses.
• Provide strategic guidance on accounting, financial reporting, and internal control matters.
• Review complex financial statements and audit workpapers for quality and compliance.
• Serve as the primary relationship manager for key client accounts.
• Mentor, develop, and oversee audit professionals at all levels.
• Drive business development initiatives and expand the firm's audit practice.
• Collaborate with firm leadership on growth strategies and operational initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Relationship building

Business development

Audit leadership

Client management

Education

CPA certification

Job description

Schedule: Hybrid | 3 Days In-Office, 2 Days Remote

Firm: Top 200 CPA Firm

Compensation: $290,000 - $320,000 Base Salary + 5-10% Bonus

A highly respected Top 200 CPA firm in Anaheim is seeking a Non-Equity Audit Partner to join its collaborative and growth-oriented team. With more than 80 professionals, exceptional employee retention, and a defined path to Equity Partnership, this opportunity is ideal for an experienced audit leader looking to make a long-term impact.

The firm serves a diverse client base across multiple industries and offers the resources, autonomy, and support needed to continue building a successful practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead audit and assurance engagements for closely held and middle-market businesses
• Provide strategic guidance to clients on accounting, financial reporting, and internal control matters
• Review complex financial statements and audit workpapers to ensure quality and compliance
• Serve as the primary relationship manager for key client accounts
• Mentor, develop, and oversee audit professionals at all levels
• Drive business development initiatives and expand the firm's audit practice
• Collaborate with firm leadership on growth strategies and operational initiatives
• Manufacturing & Distribution
• Agriculture
• Construction
• Retail
• Nonprofit Organizations
• Professional Services
• Transportation & Logistics
• Employee Benefit Plans
• Closely Held and Family-Owned Businesses

Qualifications

• CPA required
• 10+ years of public accounting audit and assurance experience
• Big 4, national, or large regional firm experience preferred
• Experience leading complex audit engagements and managing client relationships
• Proven success in business development and practice growth
• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Long-term interest in a partnership track
• Busy Season: 45-55 hours per week
• Off-Season: Approximately 40 hours per week
• Supportive, collaborative environment with strong work-life balance
• Excellent retention and internal promotion track record
• 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 4-5 weeks of PTO
• 401(k) with profit sharing (up to 3%)
• Negotiable year-end bonus
• Clear path to Equity Partnership