Quality Manager, Assurance & Audit Standards

SVA | A Professional Services Company; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SVA is seeking a Quality Manager in Madison, Wisconsin to elevate assurance quality across engagements. You will perform engagement quality reviews, guide teams through complex accounting matters, and translate evolving standards into practical resources for our professionals.

In collaboration with the Director of Quality Management, you will strengthen policies, plan internal inspections, mentor staff, and help ensure compliance with government auditing standards while supporting the broader

Qualifications

• CPA license required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related business field; master's preferred.
• 7+ years of audit experience in public accounting.
• Strong knowledge of audit methodology, documentation, and engagement review.
• Experience with Government Auditing Standards and Single Audits strongly preferred.
• Ability to research and interpret complex accounting and auditing guidance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to make technical concepts understandable.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to professional ethics and quality.
• Ability to prioritize competing responsibilities and meet deadlines.
• A collaborative mindset and genuine interest in helping other professionals grow and succeed.
• Comfort working independently while partnering closely with assurance leaders and engagement teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform Engagement Quality Reviews for assurance engagements, with emphasis on Government Auditing Standards, HUD, USDA-RD, and Single Audits.
• Research complex accounting and auditing matters and provide clear, practical guidance.
• Monitor new accounting and auditing standards and help implement firm-wide changes.
• Support ongoing compliance with GAGAS/Yellow Book requirements.
• Serve as a Qualified Reviewer or Assurance Manager on client engagements as capacity allows.
• Partner with the Director of Quality Management to implement and maintain Quality Management Policies and Procedures.
• Plan and execute internal inspections and external peer reviews, including documentation and follow-up.
• Identify opportunities to improve assurance quality, consistency, and efficiency.
• Develop and maintain practice aids, tools, templates, and other resources.
• Maintain and enhance Assurance Resources library, intranet, and Teams resources.
• Translate standards into practical information for assurance teams.
• Participate in and lead internal training and development initiatives.
• Contribute to CPE programming and the annual Accounting & Auditing Update.
• Serve as an accessible technical resource and thought partner across the firm.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Collaborative mindset

Time management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master's degree preferred

Job description

SVA is seeking a Quality Manager in Madison, Wisconsin to elevate assurance quality across engagements. You will perform engagement quality reviews, guide teams through complex accounting matters, and translate evolving standards into practical resources for our professionals.

In collaboration with the Director of Quality Management, you will strengthen policies, plan internal inspections, mentor staff, and help ensure compliance with government auditing standards while supporting the broader