Audit Manager

Job Description

Job Description

At Crete Professionals Alliance, we’re seeking an Audit Manager who is ready to take their career to the next level! In this role, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing multiple audit engagements, managing audit teams, and ensuring the accuracy and compliance of financial statements.

They also act as the primary liaison between clients and the firm, ensuring high-quality service and adherence to professional standards.

Join us and a dynamic team that values innovation, collaboration, and your professional growth!

Why Join Us? At Crete Professionals Alliance, we are dedicated to fostering a culture that prioritizes your growth and success.

We believe that investing in our team is the foundation of our future. With our remarkable expansion across the U.S., now is the perfect time to make your mark with us.

If you’re ready to take your career to new heights and shine as a leader in our firm, we want to hear from you!

AUDIT MANAGER

Job Overview : As an Audit Manager, you will lead multiple audit engagements, oversee the audit team, and serve as the primary liaison between the firm and clients.

Your responsibilities will include planning, executing, and completing audit projects while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and firm policies.

You will also play a pivotal role in staff development, risk management, and business development efforts. The Audit Manager must demonstrate strong technical expertise, leadership abilities, and a commitment to delivering high-quality audit services.

Responsibilities :

Lead multiple audit engagements simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budgets.

Develop audit strategies, perform risk assessments, and establish audit scopes in collaboration with partners and senior managers.

Oversee the day-to-day execution of audits, reviewing workpapers, financial statements, and audit findings to ensure accuracy and compliance with professional standards (GAAP, IFRS, PCAOB).

Review complex and high-risk areas of audits, including revenue recognition, financial instruments, and internal controls.

Serve as the primary contact for clients, managing expectations and ensuring that client needs are met throughout the audit process.

Present audit findings and recommendations to client management, providing valuable insights on financial reporting, internal controls, and operational efficiencies.

Build and maintain strong relationships with clients to foster trust and identify opportunities for additional services.

Manage and mentor a team of audit staff, senior associates, and supervisors, providing guidance and feedback on performance and development.

Conduct performance evaluations and assist in the career development of audit staff through coaching and training initiatives.

Participate in recruiting, hiring, and onboarding of new audit professionals.

Stay up to date with changes in accounting and auditing standards (GAAP, IFRS, SOX, PCAOB), and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations.

Provide technical expertise and support to the audit team, helping resolve complex accounting and audit issues.

Manage engagement timelines, resources, and budgets, ensuring that audits are completed efficiently and cost-effectively.

Report to partners on the status of engagements, including significant issues, findings, and client feedback.

Maintain a professional network and represent the firm at industry events, conferences, and seminars.

Prepare and review audit reports and financial statements, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and adherence to reporting standards.

Communicate significant findings to senior management and partners, providing recommendations for improvements to client operations and controls.

Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

CPA designation required.

5+ years of audit experience, with at least 2-4 years in a supervisory or management role, preferably within a public accounting firm.

Strong understanding of GAAP, IFRS, PCAOB standards, and SEC regulations.

Proficiency with audit software and accounting systems.

Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.

About The Company :

Founded in June 2023, Crete Professionals Alliance (Crete PA) aims to drive growth across accounting and professional service firms in the United States.

Our initial venture in August 2023 involved acquiring a majority interest in the non-attest assets of a top 300 US-based national firm, positioning us alongside the top 100 US accounting firms based on cumulative revenue.

With over ten partner firms, several deals under LOI, and substantial committed capital, Crete PA is poised to shortly become equivalent to a top 40 firm in terms of aggregate revenue, with ambitions to expand into a multi-country platform.

Supported by ZBS Partners, a firm managing over $500 million in assets, and led by cofounders experienced in developing multi-industry platforms, Crete PA partners with local firms to enhance their independence while boosting their revenue and profitability.

Crete Professionals Alliance is an equal opportunity employer, considering all applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state of federal law.