Audit Senior Manager - M&D

NorthPoint Search Group

Nashville (TN)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Nashville, TN is seeking an experienced Audit Senior Manager to lead full-cycle audits and manage audit teams. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of public accounting audit experience and a CPA certification. This role focuses on enhancing client processes and supporting the firm's growth through quality service and leadership. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential. The position offers a collaborative office environment and a competitive salary.

Qualifications

5+ years of recent audit experience in public accounting.
CPA certification required.
Proven success in developing or expanding client service opportunities.

Responsibilities

Develop a thorough understanding of each client's business.
Own and monitor client relationships throughout the engagement lifecycle.
Lead all phases of client engagements while managing multiple audit projects.
Monitor budgets and billing; delegate and review assignments.
Support business development by identifying revenue opportunities.
Provide coaching and leadership to the audit team.
Review team qualifications and align assignments with skills.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Strong communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA certification

Job description

Audit Senior Manager - M&D - Nashville, TN

Who: An experienced audit professional with 5+ years of public accounting audit experience and a CPA.

What: Lead and manage full‑cycle audits, supervise audit teams, review work, and enhance client processes while delivering high‑quality engagements.

When: Full‑time opportunity available immediately.

Where: Nashville, TN

Why: To strengthen audit quality, develop staff, manage key client relationships, and support firm growth through leadership and client service excellence.

Office Environment: Collaborative, team‑driven, and focused on mentorship and professional growth.

Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience.

Position Overview

The Audit Senior Manager leads audit engagements from planning through completion while supervising, training, and motivating audit teams. This role involves evaluating processes, resolving complex issues, managing client relationships, monitoring engagement budgets, and supporting business development initiatives. The position plays a key part in performance management and staff development across the audit department.

Key Responsibilities

Develop a thorough understanding of each client’s business and communicate engagement economics clearly.
Own and monitor client relationships throughout the engagement lifecycle.
Foster a collaborative team environment and motivate staff through clear communication and leadership.
Provide regular updates to clients and shareholders on engagement progress, issues, and resolutions.
Identify complex issues and propose creative, effective solutions.
Lead all phases of client engagements while managing multiple audit projects simultaneously.
Monitor budgets and billing by reviewing reports and communicating findings accurately.Delegate and review audit assignments to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Support business development by identifying revenue‑generating opportunities.
Participate in performance management, including evaluating readiness for promotion.
Provide coaching, direction, and leadership to the audit team.
Review team qualifications and ensure assignments align with skills and experience.