Banking Audit Manager | CPA-Ready Client Leader

Crowe; New York (NY); On-site; USD 91,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

Crowe in the United States is seeking a seasoned Audit Manager to oversee a team of auditors, manage client relationships, and deliver high‑quality audits in accordance with standards. You will design strategies, monitor budgets, and drive engagement economics while ensuring compliance.

The ideal candidate has CPA, 5+ years in public accounting with banking clients, strong leadership, communication, and project management skills, and can travel to client sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration or related field.
• 5+ years of recent public accounting external audit experience working with Banking clients.
• CPA certification aligned to the assigned home office state or able to acquire a reciprocal one for that state.
• 3+ years’ experience in supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage a team of auditors, providing guidance and support to ensure high-quality audit work that is conducted in accordance with professional standards and firm policies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, managing relationships, ensuring exceptional responsiveness, and proactive communication.
• Plan and design audit strategies and approaches tailored to clients' industry and risks; ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and accounting standards.
• Manage the audit process, including budgeting, scheduling, billing, and resource allocation.
• Understand engagement economics and ensure compliance with firm-required processes such as assessment of WIP, invoicing and time entry.
• Present audit findings and recommendations to senior management or audit committees.
• Stay updated on changes in accounting standards, industry regulations, and best practices.
• Participate in the firm's growth initiatives by identifying and promoting new ideas and business solutions that result in extended services to existing clients.
• Contribute to proposals and presentations for prospective clients.
• Network with industry professionals and participate in professional organizations.
• Contribute to the development of firm policies and procedures.
• Uphold the highest standards of integrity, independence, and professional skepticism.

Skills

Auditing

Leadership

Client management

Communication

Project management

Risk assessment

Education

CPA certification

Job description

Crowe in the United States is seeking a seasoned Audit Manager to oversee a team of auditors, manage client relationships, and deliver high‑quality audits in accordance with standards. You will design strategies, monitor budgets, and drive engagement economics while ensuring compliance.

The ideal candidate has CPA, 5+ years in public accounting with banking clients, strong leadership, communication, and project management skills, and can travel to client sites as needed.