Fund Audit Manager: Lead Investment Fund Audits

Confidential Employer; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Charleston, SC is seeking an Audit Manager or Experienced Senior to deliver audit and attestation services to private investment funds spanning hedge, private equity, venture capital, and related structures.

You will lead engagements, mentor staff, manage scheduling and profitability, and build lasting client relationships while seeking opportunities beyond compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting and 4+ years of recent public accounting experience, preferably with alternative investment funds and investment advisory firms.
• Private equity fund experience is a plus.
• CPA certification preferred.
• Proven ability to manage a high volume of engagements during peak seasons.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience hiring, developing, and leading audit professionals.

Responsibilities

• Work and communicate effectively with staff, clients, and third-party fund administrators.
• Teach, develop, mentor, and oversee staff throughout engagements while delegating tasks appropriately.
• Lead and manage the engagement planning process from start to finish.
• Manage engagement profitability, productivity, and overall performance.
• Participate in billing and collections.
• Coordinate engagement scheduling, staffing, and workflow.
• Become a subject-matter expert in specific technical areas related to fund audits.
• Identify additional service opportunities, pursue leads, and retain client relationships.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, fund administrators, financial officers, and industry referral sources.
• Coach staff on business concepts and serve as a mentor and role model.
• Provide timely, constructive, and objective feedback to team members.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Mentoring staff

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA certification preferred

Job description

Confidential Employer in Charleston, SC is seeking an Audit Manager or Experienced Senior to deliver audit and attestation services to private investment funds spanning hedge, private equity, venture capital, and related structures.

You will lead engagements, mentor staff, manage scheduling and profitability, and build lasting client relationships while seeking opportunities beyond compliance.