Assurance Manager

Torrance, United States Posted on 12 / 08 / 2023

As an Assurance Manager, you will work with other members of our assurance practice to develop and sustain excellent client relationships.

RKE’s assurance practice delivers quality audits and other services to privately-owned middle-market companies. Services include internal audit, employee benefit plans, outsourced accounting, and contract compliance.

All candidates should make sure to read the following job description and information carefully before applying.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS

• Exempt
• Full-time

RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Assurance Manager is responsible for providing timely, high-quality client service that meets or exceeds client expectations, including coordinating the auditing of all required financial statements, related disclosures, and other client deliverables.
• Review and supervise Assurance staff work on client engagements to ensure the firm’s quality control procedures are followed.
• Collaborate with Senior Managers and Partners in the areas of risk assessment, audit programs, internal audit reports, and budgeting.
• Understand skill sets and capabilities of Assurance Seniors and Assurance staff, monitor and review work products, and report on performance while articulating notes for improvement throughout the process.
• Advise clients on various economic and regulatory risks and resolve complex accounting issues.
• Apply all areas of GAAP to complex situations, including writing technical memos and inter-office consultation papers, and serve as a technical resource with the ability to explain and teach staff.
• Inform partners of progress on engagements, take timely action on technical, scheduling, and other problems, and bring recommended solutions to partners’ attention for timely action.
• Provide training, leadership, recognition, and administrative direction to motivate and develop team members.
• Understand the economics of the firm’s practice and manage profitable engagements with direct client billing responsibility.
• Support management with decisions pertaining to policies and procedures and bring that support to the team.
• Accept other administrative and supervisory responsibilities, including recruiting and leading professional development conferences, as required.
• Stay current on technical and regulatory issues.
• Assist in any other tasks as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required.
• 5+ years of experience in a public accounting firm or related experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of supervising and training experience.
• CPA certification required.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis upon hire.

SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, especially Excel).
• QuickBooks and ProSystems experience is a plus.
• Proven experience in managing multiple client engagements simultaneously.
• Strong motivation to meet client deadlines and provide excellent client service.
• Proven verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent people development and delegation skills, including training / instruction and engagement scheduling and budgeting.
• Willingness and ability to travel to client locations.
• Possess executive presence with the ability to be the primary contact for the client and to prepare and present presentations to clients and potential clients.
• Creative problem-solving and research ability demonstrating sound decision-making skills.
• Strong organizational techniques are required.
• Responsibility over business development and marketing.

MORE ABOUT RKE

One of the top accounting firms in Los Angeles, RKE offers a comprehensive range of services including tax preparation and planning, audit and advisory services, consulting, and accounting solutions.

With a team of experienced professionals, RKE is dedicated to delivering exceptional client service and tailored financial strategies.

Known for its expertise and commitment to excellence, RKE serves a diverse clientele across various industries, providing innovative solutions and strategic insights to help clients achieve their financial goals.

EEOC : RKE provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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