Senior Audit Manager

Orion Placement; Graham (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Graham, North Carolina, is seeking a CPA-led audit leader to drive engagements across governmental, nonprofit, insurance, and commercial clients. The role combines planning, supervision, and client relationship management in a hybrid work setting.

You will mentor staff, ensure GAAP compliance, and oversee tax returns as needed, while contributing to ongoing firm growth and professional development.

Qualifications

• Active CPA license required.
• 4+ years of audit experience in a CPA firm environment.
• Experience leading audit engagements and supervising staff.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and auditing standards.
• Excellent client service, leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit engagements from planning through final delivery while ensuring quality and compliance.
• Review and prepare governmental, nonprofit, insurance, and other audit engagements.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop audit staff and provide ongoing coaching.
• Work closely with firm partners to manage client relationships and engagement strategy.
• Prepare and review compilation and review engagements.
• Assist with limited preparation and review of individual, partnership, and corporate tax returns as needed.
• Identify accounting issues, recommend practical solutions, and communicate findings to clients.
• Manage multiple client engagements while meeting deadlines and maintaining exceptional service.
• Promote continuous process improvement and contribute to the firm's long-term growth.

Skills

Audit leadership

Client service

Communication

Analytical skills

4+ years audit experience

GAAP knowledge

Excel/Office skills

Education

CPA license

Tools

CCH Engagement

Knowledge Coach

UltraTax

Accounting CS

QuickBooks

Job description

Pay: $100,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a respected public accounting firm where you'll lead high-impact audit engagements and help shape the future of the firm.
• Enjoy a flexible hybrid work environment that supports work-life balance without sacrificing career growth.
• Take on a leadership role with direct mentorship from firm partners and a clear path toward future partnership opportunities.
• Work with a diverse client base across governmental, nonprofit, insurance, and commercial industries.
• Mentor and develop talented accounting professionals while expanding your leadership experience.
• Comprehensive benefits including paid holidays, PTO, retirement plan, employer-subsidized health insurance, and flexible work arrangements.

Location

Graham, North Carolina – Hybrid schedule offering a blend of in-office collaboration and remote work flexibility.

Note

To be considered, you must hold an active CPA license and have 4+ years of audit experience in a CPA firm environment.

About Us

We are a growing public accounting firm dedicated to providing exceptional audit, tax, and advisory services to businesses, organizations, and individuals. Our team values integrity, collaboration, responsiveness, and continuous professional development. We believe our people are our greatest asset and strive to create an environment where talented professionals can build rewarding, long-term careers while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Lead audit engagements from planning through final delivery while ensuring quality and compliance.
• Review and prepare governmental, nonprofit, insurance, and other audit engagements.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop audit staff and provide ongoing coaching.
• Work closely with firm partners to manage client relationships and engagement strategy.
• Prepare and review compilation and review engagements.
• Assist with limited preparation and review of individual, partnership, and corporate tax returns as needed.
• Identify accounting issues, recommend practical solutions, and communicate findings to clients.
• Manage multiple client engagements while meeting deadlines and maintaining exceptional service.
• Promote continuous process improvement and contribute to the firm's long-term growth.

Qualifications

• Active CPA license required.
• 4+ years of audit experience in a CPA firm environment.
• Experience leading audit engagements and supervising staff.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and auditing standards.
• Excellent client service, leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
• Strong Microsoft Excel, Word, and Microsoft Office skills.
• Experience with CCH Engagement, Knowledge Coach, UltraTax, Accounting CS, and QuickBooks is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high-quality work.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You’ll join a collaborative team that genuinely values flexibility, professional development, and long-term success. You’ll have the opportunity to work directly with experienced partners, mentor future leaders, build lasting client relationships, and grow into a leadership position with partnership potential—all while enjoying a supportive culture that encourages both career advancement and work-life balance.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance