Audit Managers may serve as the engagement lead or work under the direct supervision of a Senior Manager, depending on the nature and complexity of the client engagement. This role requires strong communication skills, as Audit Managers interact regularly with both clients and firm team members. Excellent organizational skills are essential to successfully coordinate multiple engagements simultaneously while meeting established deadlines. Audit Managers are responsible for training and leading Senior Associates and Associates by assigning work, reviewing completed tasks, providing constructive feedback, and directing necessary revisions.

Essential Responsibilities

Serve as part of the audit team to deliver high-quality engagement services to clients

Lead audit engagement teams to ensure all components of the audit are completed, including:

Gathering information from clients

Leading planning meetings

Performing risk assessments

Overseeing fieldwork procedures

Managing the audit through final report issuance

Supervise, review, train, and mentor Senior Associates and Associates

Apply sound judgment and analytical skills to prepare and review accounting reports and financial analyses aimed at improving clients’ internal controls and accounting procedures

Manage and monitor ongoing client relationships and needs

Serve as a primary day-to-day contact for clients on accounting matters

Provide regular feedback and updates to Senior Managers and Principles

Participate in business development initiatives

Utilize cloud-based technology and audit software effectively

Identify opportunities to strengthen client relationships and cross-sell additional BM services

Keys to Success

Achieves high levels of client satisfaction

Uses firm technology efficiently and effectively

Demonstrates strong mentoring abilities in alignment with firm Career Development guidelines

Exhibits strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Ensures accurate recording and review of accounting transactions

Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with clients and colleagues