Hybrid Audit Manager — Lead Engagements & Growth

NorthPoint Search Group; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 91,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthPoint Search Group seeks an Audit Manager for the Cincinnati, OH practice with a hybrid schedule. The role offers visibility, leadership responsibility, and extensive client interactions across multiple commercial industries.

The position focuses on leading audits, staff development, client relationship management, and driving practice growth through high-quality service and effective engagement oversight. Some regional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of public accounting experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; Master’s preferred.
• Active CPA license is required.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Excellent communication and client service skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead 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 escalate 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.

Skills

Audit leadership

Project management

Communication

Client service

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Master’s degree preferred

CPA license

Job description

NorthPoint Search Group seeks an Audit Manager for the Cincinnati, OH practice with a hybrid schedule. The role offers visibility, leadership responsibility, and extensive client interactions across multiple commercial industries.

The position focuses on leading audits, staff development, client relationship management, and driving practice growth through high-quality service and effective engagement oversight. Some regional travel may be required.