Audit Partner focused on Asset Management

Cherry Bekaert LLP; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid Time Off

Retirement plans

Paid Care Leave

Job summary

Cherry Bekaert LLP is seeking an Audit Partner focused on Asset Management in Denver. This hybrid, full-time role leads a team serving fund clients across hedge funds, private equity, venture capital, and other asset classes.

Ideal candidates hold a CPA with 12+ years in fund-related audit, show strong leadership, and excel in client service and business development within asset management. The firm offers robust growth, resources, and a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required; Masters preferred.
• CPA certification with active license required.
• Minimum of 12 years of fund-related audit experience.
• Prior audit experience in Asset Management with a proven advancement track record.
• Strong leadership, communication, collaboration and exceptional client service required.

Responsibilities

• Execute the Firm, Industry and Audit Service Line vision, strategy, and goals for the Asset Management audit practice, and support other leaders in implementing the strategic plan.
• Drive industry collaboration, consistency, and education across Service Line and Markets.
• Participate in driving industry growth by working with the Financial Services Industry Leader, Audit and Tax leaders.
• Ensure collaboration through engagement execution and client service that fuels industry growth and exceptional client experience.
• Develop professionals within the practice and build a robust talent pipeline.
• Drive economic results across the practice as evidenced by KPIs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Client service

Business development

Staff development

Fund audit

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Masters preferred

Job description

## Audit Partner focused on Asset ManagementApply: Hybrid: Denver: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: December 1, 2026 (30+ days left to apply): JR101305The rapid growth in our alternative investment audit practice is creating an exceptional opportunity for an audit partner who is passionate about the industry. Our practice is nationally ranked, and we serve over 3,600 fund clients across an array of asset classes such as hedge funds, private equity, venture capital, private credit, digital currency, and family offices. Fund clients benefit from the ability to tap into an array of fund tax and advisory services which complement our attest offerings.Cherry Bekaert is ranked among the largest accounting and consulting firms in the country and consistently recognized as a Great Place to Work, Cherry Bekaert delivers innovative advisory, assurance and tax services to our clients. We are proud to foster a collaborative environment focused on enabling your career growth and continuous professional development. Our strategy is to be digitally driven, industry-aligned, and focused on the middle market.In this highly visible role, you’ll be responsible for helping to lead a team of audit professionals focused on serving investment funds. Other key responsibilities will include:* Execute the Firm, Industry and Audit Service Line vision, strategy, and goals for the Asset Management audit practice, as well as support other leaders in their execution of the strategic plan.* Drive industry collaboration, consistency, and education across Service Line, and Markets.* Participate in driving industry growth through working closely with our Financial Services Industry Leader as well as Audit and Tax leaders. Ensure collaboration through execution of engagements and client service responsibilities that contribute to industry growth and exceptional client service.* Develop professionals within the practice while building a talent pipeline.* Help drive economic results throughout the practice as evidenced by key performance indicators.Desired Qualifications* Bachelor’s degree in accounting. Masters preferred.* Must be CPA certified and have an active CPA license.* Minimum of 12 years of fund related audit experience.* Prior audit experience in the Asset Management sector with a track record of successful advancement.* The candidate’s strongest traits will be in the areas of communication, collaboration, and exceptional client service.* Strong leadership and staff development skills.* Proven success in business development and growth.Desired Location:* Denver, Colorado#LI-PB1**What you can expect from us:** • Entrepreneurial environment focused on professional development, career advancement, and performance and rewards opportunities. • Supportive partnership group with a “one firm” mentality and a commitment to colleagues’ success. • Big firm resources and bench strength; small firm flexibility and openness to new ideas. • Defined metrics and targets that eliminate ambiguity. • Flexible work arrangements with generous PTO, including a firmwide week off for the 4th of July. • Click here to learn more About Us**Benefits Information:**Cherry Bekaert cares about our people. We offer competitive compensation packages based on performance that recognize the value our people bring to our clients and our Firm. In addition, we offer a comprehensive, high-quality benefits program which includes annual bonus, medical, dental, and vision care; disability and life insurance; generous Paid Time Off; retirement plans; Paid Care Leave; and other programs that are dedicated to enhancing your personal and work life and providing you and your family with a measure of financial protection.**About Cherry Bekaert**Cherry Bekaert, ranked among the largest assurance, tax and advisory firms in the U.S., serves clients across industries in all 50 U.S. states and internationally. For more details, visit https://www.cbh.com/disclosure/ Cherry Bekaert provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. https://careers.cbh.com/legal-disclosures/ contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws.This role is expected to accept applications for at least five calendar days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.Candidates must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States. Cherry Bekaert will not provide work sponsorship for this position.