Construction Assurance Manager | CPA, Lead Audit Engagements

Vertex Global Solutions Inc; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Wiss in Florham Park, NJ is seeking an experienced Assurance Manager to oversee all phases of audit engagements and manage client relationships within our Assurance Practice. You will mentor teams, review statements, and ensure compliance with GAAP/GAAS while driving quality and efficiency.

The role emphasizes leadership, robust client service, and opportunities to expand relationships with construction industry clients. CPA required; engineering experience a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent required.
• Active CPA license required.
• 5+ years of progressive public accounting experience, including managing audit engagements.
• Construction industry experience is required.
• Engineering industry experience is a strong plus.
• Hands-on experience performing/overseeing overhead audits.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, and internal controls.
• Excellent project management, leadership, communication, and client relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple audit and assurance engagements from planning through completion for construction industry clients.
• Review and approve financial statements, disclosures, and workpapers in accordance with GAAP and GAAS.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee engagement teams, ensuring quality, efficiency, and timely delivery.
• Perform and oversee overhead audits and related compliance engagements.
• Evaluate internal controls, assess business risks, and recommend process improvements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, building and maintaining strong, trusted relationships.
• Mentor, coach, and develop senior associates, associates, and interns.
• Review work prepared by staff, provide constructive feedback, and ensure adherence to firm quality standards.
• Manage multiple client engagements while maintaining exceptional client service and meeting deadlines.
• Identify opportunities to expand client relationships and support practice growth.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Project management

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent

CPA license

Job description

Wiss in Florham Park, NJ is seeking an experienced Assurance Manager to oversee all phases of audit engagements and manage client relationships within our Assurance Practice. You will mentor teams, review statements, and ensure compliance with GAAP/GAAS while driving quality and efficiency.

The role emphasizes leadership, robust client service, and opportunities to expand relationships with construction industry clients. CPA required; engineering experience a plus.