Lead Audit Manager – Public Accounting | Onsite South Bend

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC in South Bend, IN, is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to join our public accounting team. The role focuses on leading audits from planning through completion, managing client relationships, and developing staff.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in public accounting, strong GAAP knowledge, CPA preferred, and proven leadership abilities to mentor a small team on-site. Compensation ranges from $105,000 to $125,000, with a fully onsite work arrangement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive audit experience in public accounting.
• CPA certification is highly preferred.
• Strong leadership and staff development abilities.
• Experience managing multiple engagements and client relationships.
• Deep understanding of GAAP and auditing standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audits from planning to completion.
• Supervise and mentor a team of 3–6 accounting professionals.
• Delegate audit assignments based on experience and capabilities.
• Manage multiple client relationships as trusted advisor.
• Communicate findings, recommendations, and timelines to clients.
• Review workpapers and financial statements for accuracy and compliance.
• Identify opportunities to improve audit processes and client service.
• Support complex accounting issues and provide technical guidance.

Skills

Audit leadership

Client relationship management

Communication skills

GAAP knowledge

Team mentoring

Education

CPA certification

Job description

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC in South Bend, IN, is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to join our public accounting team. The role focuses on leading audits from planning through completion, managing client relationships, and developing staff.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in public accounting, strong GAAP knowledge, CPA preferred, and proven leadership abilities to mentor a small team on-site. Compensation ranges from $105,000 to $125,000, with a fully onsite work arrangement.