Manager, Assurance Services - Construction

RubinBrown LLP; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

RubinBrown LLP in Kansas City is seeking a Manager, Assurance Services - Construction to lead audit and assurance engagements for construction clients, ensuring high-quality service and compliance with professional standards.

The ideal candidate will have a CPA, 5+ years in public accounting focused on construction, strong knowledge of GAAP, and proven ability to manage engagements, mentor staff, and support business development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Active CPA license required.
• 5+ years of public accounting experience with construction focus.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and AICPA auditing standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead assurance engagements for construction clients, including general contractors, subcontractors, and homebuilders.
• Provide guidance on construction accounting topics such as percentage-of-completion, job costing, change orders, retainage, and WIP reporting.
• Review financial statements, audit workpapers, and internal controls to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and professional standards.
• Manage engagement budgets, timelines, and team performance to deliver quality client service.
• Build trusted client relationships and provide strategic business and financial insights.
• Mentor and develop staff while fostering technical excellence.
• Identify opportunities to expand client services through cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

CPA

Public accounting

Construction industry

U.S. GAAP

AICPA auditing

Team leadership

Client relationship management

Audit software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Audit software

Microsoft Office

Job description

RubinBrown LLP is one of the nation’s leading accounting and consulting firms with a commitment to building personal relationships and delivering totally satisfied clients. The RubinBrown name and reputation are synonymous with experience, integrity, and value. Our revenue is approximately $240 million with 1,000+ team members across locations in Chicago, Denver, Detroit, Kansas City, Las Vegas, Mumbai (India), Nashville, and St. Louis.

The Manager, Assurance Services - Construction leads audit and assurance engagements for general contractors, subcontractors, homebuilders, and other construction clients. This role manages client relationships, ensures high-quality service and compliance with professional standards, advises on complex construction accounting matters, develops and mentors team members, and contributes to practice growth through business development and cross-functional collaboration.

Major Responsibilities

• Lead assurance engagements for construction clients, including general contractors, subcontractors, and homebuilders.
• Provide guidance on construction accounting topics such as percentage-of-completion, job costing, change orders, retainage, and WIP reporting.
• Review financial statements, audit workpapers, and internal controls to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and professional standards.
• Manage engagement budgets, timelines, and team performance to deliver quality client service.
• Build trusted client relationships and provide strategic business and financial insights.
• Mentor and develop staff while fostering technical excellence.
• Identify opportunities to expand client services through cross-functional collaboration.

Preferred Experience / Background / Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required.
• Active CPA license required.
• 5+ years of public accounting experience with a strong focus on the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, AICPA auditing standards, and construction accounting practices, including percentage-of-completion, job costing, retainage, change orders, and WIP schedules.
• Experience leading audit engagements, managing teams, and overseeing multiple client projects.
• Excellent client relationship, communication, and project management skills.
• Proficiency with audit software and Microsoft Office.

Working Conditions

• Typical office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
• Ability to work extra hours as determined by workload and client expectations.
• Travel will be dependent upon office location. Travel may range from minimal to monthly.
• Hybrid model (2-3 days per week in office / at a client).
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to move throughout office.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull up to 30-50 pounds.

One Firm To foster a highly respected, inclusive culture that helps foster and promote an environment that is diverse and equitable for all team members and the firm to achieve growth and deepened expertise.

RubinBrown is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.

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RubinBrown is an independent member of Baker Tilly International, the 9th largest accounting and business advisory network in the world. For more information, visit www.rubinbrown.com.