Experienced Audit Staff

NorthPoint Search Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthPoint Search Group is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to lead audit engagements, develop staff, and cultivate strong client relationships from our Atlanta, GA office with limited regional travel. You will oversee engagement economics, mentor Audit & Assurance associates, and resolve complex accounting issues while building opportunities to expand services.

This role offers leadership visibility, cross‑industry exposure, and a clear path for professional growth in a collaborative,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of public accounting experience.
• Active CPA license required.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; Master’s preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit engagements with strong client relationships.
• Oversee engagement economics and firm resources to ensure goals are met.
• Identify engagement risks and design audit steps to address them.
• Mentor and develop Audit & Assurance staff.
• Review financial statements and ensure timely delivery of client-ready work.
• Provide timely status updates to engagement partners and escalated issues as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Client service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Who

An experienced public accounting professional with strong leadership, project management, communication, and client service skills.

What

Lead audit engagements, develop staff, manage client relationships, and support practice growth through high-quality service and effective engagement oversight.

When

This role is open now for immediate consideration.

Where

Based in the Atlanta, GA office with limited regional travel.

Why

To contribute to a thriving practice by delivering excellent audit service, strengthening client partnerships, and supporting team development and business growth.

Office Environment

A collaborative, inclusive, growth-oriented culture offering strong training, development, and career progression opportunities.

Salary

$91,200 to $164,200 depending on experience, skills, and location.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated Audit Manager for our Cincinnati, OH practice, offering visibility, leadership responsibility, and extensive interaction with exceptional clients across a variety of commercial industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit engagements while maintaining strong client relationships.
• Oversee engagement economics and firm resources to ensure goals are met.
• Identify engagement risks and design appropriate audit steps to address them.
• Mentor, coach, and develop Audit & Assurance associates.
• Resolve complex audit and accounting issues and support technical growth.
• Review financial statements and ensure timely delivery of client-ready work.
• Provide timely status updates to engagement partners and escalated issues as needed.
• Begin developing technical specialization to serve as an internal and external resource.
• Act as a trusted advisor and identify opportunities to expand client services.
• Build external relationships to support business development initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of public accounting experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required; Master’s preferred.
• Active CPA license required.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop audit staff.
• Strong project management, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for superior client service and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Business development experience is a plus.