Managing Director- Audit and Attest

Citrin Cooperman; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Citrin Cooperman is seeking an Audit Managing Director to lead the Audit & Attest Department. You will oversee engagements, apply GAAP/GAAS knowledge, and build a diverse client portfolio across professional services, franchising, technology, construction, manufacturing, real estate and more.

Join a collaborative firm that values leadership, smart problem-solving, and the ability to mentor teams while managing engagement economics, billing, and client relationships for sustained growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required; CPA license active.
• Active CPA license required; advanced degree desirable.
• 10+ years of public accounting experience

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality audit/attest services meeting client expectations.
• Coordinate all aspects of engagements with the team.
• Build and manage a portfolio of clients; serve as main contact.
• Oversee client billing, collections, and budgeting.
• Recruit, develop, mentor, and lead talent; participate in business development.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

GAAS knowledge

Client management

Team leadership

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Active CPA license

Advanced degree desirable

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 Managing Director to join our Audit & Attest Department. As an Audit Managing Director, you will be responsible for:Responsibilities:Technical ExpertiseClient industry knowledge including but not limited to professional service, franchising, technology, construction, manufacturing & distribution, and/or real estate.Possess strong technical audit/attest skills with deep knowledge of GAAP, GAAS and other regulatory requirements.Manage risk and financial performance of engagementsContinuously reviews performance of engagement teams and resolves discrepancies.Client ServiceProvide timely, high-quality audit/attest services that meet client expectations including coordinating all aspects of audit/attest engagements with a team of professionals.Build and manage a portfolio of clients while acting as the point of contact.Responsible for client billing, collections, and budgeting.Growing the PracticeCandidate must be a self-starter and have strong leadership qualities.Initiate and participate in pursuits of new clients; involve others in pursuits to train our next generation of rainmakers.Cross-sell to our existing client base.Participate in industry organizations and professional development programs.Speak and/or write on emerging topics and trends.Perform administrative functions to achieve firm goals.TalentRecruit, develop, motivate, and train our talent.Act as a coach and mentor to other professionals, including business development activities.Engage in a collaborative, team-oriented approach.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in accounting required and active CPA license, advanced degree desirable.10+ years of current or recent experience in a public accounting environment.Ability to work in a variety of commercial industries; professional services; franchising; technology; construction; manufacturing & distribution; and/or real estate experience a plus.A track record of building and sustaining client relationships.Excellent communication skills – verbal and written; ability to articulate complex business and technical audit/attest issues.Project management and critical thinking skills.