Manager - Audit & Attest

Citrin Cooperman; Middleburg Heights (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Citrin Cooperman is seeking an Audit & Attest Manager for our Ohio offices. You will lead engagement teams on audits, reviews, and compilations, identify risk areas, and present findings to Partners.

The role includes mentoring staff, managing client relationships, and contributing to budgets and business development. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Accounting, CPA eligibility (or 150 credit hours), and at least six years in public accounting with supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field; CPA eligibility or 150 credit hours required for CPA eligibility.
• Minimum 6 years at a public accounting firm, including at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity.
• Strong leadership, teamwork, and client relationship skills; ability to manage multiple engagements.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagement teams in audits, reviews, and compilations including fieldwork and documentation review.
• Identify key audit risks, formulate overall approaches, and present conclusions to Partners.
• Train and mentor team members to ensure high-quality work and professional growth.
• Cultivate relationships with clients through proactive communication and engagement with client personnel.
• Coordinate with Partners regarding work status and client issues; provide constructive feedback to staff.
• Develop budgets and pricing strategies for audit engagements and participate in business development activities.
• Stay abreast of industry developments, regulatory changes, and emerging auditing trends; participate in professional development.

Skills

Team leadership

Client communication

Project management

Analytical skills

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA eligibility / 150 credit hours

Tools

Caseware/Caseview

Microsoft Office

Job description

Citrin Cooperman offers a dynamic work environment, fostering professional growth and collaboration. We’re continuously seeking talented individuals who bring fresh perspectives, a problem-solving mindset, and sharp technical expertise. We know you have choices, so our team of collaborative, innovative professionals are at the ready to support your professional development. At Citrin Cooperman, we offer competitive compensation and benefits and most importantly, the flexibility to manage your personal and professional life to focus on what matters most to you!We are looking for an Audit & Attest Manager to join the Audit Department at our Ohio offices. As an Audit & Attest Manager, you will be responsible for:Lead engagement teams in conducting comprehensive audits, reviews, and compilations, including fieldwork, testing, and documentation review.Identify key audit risk areas, formulate overall audit approaches, and present conclusions to Partners.Train and mentor team members to ensure high-quality work, streamline processes, and foster professional growth.Cultivate positive relationships with clients through proactive communication and engagement with client personnel.Coordinate and communicate with Partners regarding work status and client issues.Evaluate staff performance and deliver constructive feedback as needed.Develop budgets and pricing strategies for audit engagements.Participate in business development activities, including proposal preparation, and networking events, to support the growth and expansion of the firm.Stay abreast of industry developments, regulatory changes, and emerging trends in auditing practices.Participate in professional development activities to enhance technical skills and knowledge.Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related fieldCPA or obtain 150 credit hours for CPA eligibilityMinimum of 6 years with a public accounting firm required, including at least 2 years in a supervisory capacityProficiency in managing teams across various engagementsExcellent verbal and written communication skills, with a focus on client responsivenessStrong analytical, organizational, and project management abilitiesDemonstrated teamwork and leadership skillsAbility to excel both independently and collaborativelyProficient in Microsoft Office ApplicationsKnowledge of Caseware/Caseview is a plus