Growth-Oriented Audit Manager | Path to Partnership

Jobot; Portsmouth (OH); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Assurance Manager in the Midwest to lead audit and assurance engagements for privately held and middle-market clients. You will act as a trusted advisor to clients while managing teams, ensuring technical excellence, and contributing to practice growth.

The ideal candidate will have strong U.S. GAAP knowledge, excellent communication and client-service skills, and a proven record of supervising staff across engagements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• CPA license required or actively pursuing licensing requirements.
• 5+ years of progressive public accounting experience with a focus on audit and assurance.
• Prior experience supervising and developing professional staff.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and auditing standards.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client service skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple engagements and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Client Service & Engagement Management
• Lead assurance engagements from planning through completion
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients
• Identify and communicate accounting, financial reporting, and operational risks
• Provide recommendations to improve internal controls, processes, and financial reporting practices
• Review financial statements and related disclosures for accuracy and compliance
• Manage engagement budgets, timelines, and profitability
• Team Leadership
• Supervise, mentor, and develop senior associates and staff accountants
• Review workpapers and provide constructive feedback
• Facilitate technical training and on-the-job development
• Assist with staffing, scheduling, and workload management across engagements
• Technical Expertise
• Apply and interpret U.S. GAAP, GAAS, and other applicable professional standards
• Research and resolve complex accounting and auditing issues
• Ensure engagement quality and compliance with firm methodology and professional standards
• Stay current on emerging accounting and regulatory developments
• Business Development
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships
• Identify opportunities to expand service offerings
• Participate in networking and business development activities
• Support the firm's growth initiatives and community presence

Skills

Client service

Engagement management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

Jobot is seeking an experienced Assurance Manager in the Midwest to lead audit and assurance engagements for privately held and middle-market clients. You will act as a trusted advisor to clients while managing teams, ensuring technical excellence, and contributing to practice growth.

The ideal candidate will have strong U.S. GAAP knowledge, excellent communication and client-service skills, and a proven record of supervising staff across engagements.