Hybrid Audit Resource Strategist

Cherry Bekaert; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Annual bonus

Medical, dental, and vision

Job summary

Cherry Bekaert seeks a Resource Manager to support its Audit Practice in a hybrid U.S. work environment. You will align talent with engagement needs, improve utilization, and deliver insights that drive performance and profitability through data-driven decisions.

This role partners with practice leaders to optimize staffing, forecast workloads, and address scheduling challenges. A strong background in professional services and collaboration across teams is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in resource management, scheduling, or related experience within a professional services or public accounting environment.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to create presentations with charts, graphics, and data analysis.
• Excellent analytical, forecasting, and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, stay organized, and operate with a sense of urgency in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience identifying challenges, making recommendations, and knowing when to elevate complex issues.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across teams, functions, and levels of the organization.
• Strong relationship-building skills with a focus on coaching, development, and collaboration.
• Adaptability and a continuous improvement mindset, with the ability to drive process enhancements and support change initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Audit Practice leaders and engagement teams to understand business needs and drive consistency across locations, with a focus on efficiency and financial performance.
• Analyze scheduling, utilization, and forecasting data to provide insights that support staffing decisions and improve workforce planning.
• Monitor staff workloads and proactively address scheduling conflicts to ensure balanced utilization and alignment with engagement needs.
• Align resources based on skillset, industry experience, technical expertise, and geography to maximize effectiveness and client outcomes.
• Generate and interpret reports related to productivity, utilization, profitability, and availability, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Facilitate scheduling discussions, provide recommendations, and follow up on outstanding staffing challenges to ensure timely resolution.
• Maintain workforce plans and partner with leadership, Finance, and HR to address variances and support strategic initiatives.
• Build trusted relationships with internal stakeholders, serving as a key advisor on resource management and operational efficiency.
• Participate in talent development discussions, offering input on staffing opportunities aligned with individual goals and career growth.
• Lead or support onboarding and training related to scheduling systems, tools, and processes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by sharing best practices and supporting firmwide resource management initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Forecasting

Stakeholder communication

Multitasking

Influence and collaboration

Coaching and development

Adaptability

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cherry Bekaert seeks a Resource Manager to support its Audit Practice in a hybrid U.S. work environment. You will align talent with engagement needs, improve utilization, and deliver insights that drive performance and profitability through data-driven decisions.

This role partners with practice leaders to optimize staffing, forecast workloads, and address scheduling challenges. A strong background in professional services and collaboration across teams is essential.