Audit Manager (Assurance)

Assurance Manager

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Baltimore, MD | $150,000–$160,000
Ready to take the lead on client engagements?
If you're an experienced public accounting professional who's ready to take greater ownership of client relationships, lead engagement teams and make a bigger impact on audit delivery, this could be your next move.
We're looking for an Assurance Manager to join an established professional services team in Baltimore. This is an opportunity to combine strong technical assurance experience with engagement leadership, client-facing responsibility and the chance to help develop the people around you.
What's on offer?
$150,000–$160,000 base salaryA management-level position with genuine ownership of client engagementsDirect client interaction and the opportunity to build lasting professional relationshipsResponsibility for leading teams, developing talent and maintaining high standards of workContinued professional development and access to learning opportunitiesA competitive benefits package, including paid time off and enhanced parental leave provisionsA working environment that recognises the importance of flexibility and life outside the office
What you'll be responsible for...
Leading engagements from start to finish
Take ownership of assurance assignments from initial planning through fieldwork, review and final reporting. Keep projects moving, maintain quality standards and ensure clients receive accurate, timely deliverables.
Managing client relationships
Act as a trusted contact for your portfolio of clients. Understand their priorities, communicate progress clearly, resolve issues and ensure expectations are managed throughout each engagement.
Driving engagement performance
Oversee budgets, deadlines, resource allocation and project progress. Identify potential issues early, agree practical solutions and keep stakeholders informed as engagements develop.
Developing your team
Provide direction and oversight to engagement teams, delegate effectively and support the development of junior colleagues. Help create an environment where people can produce high-quality work and continue to grow professionally.
Maintaining commercial and technical standards
Review work for accuracy and completeness, support efficient engagement delivery, and take responsibility for the financial administration of your assignments, including billing and collections.What we're looking for
At least five years of experience within a public accounting firm, with a strong assurance or external audit background.An active CPA licence.A bachelor's degree in accounting or a related discipline.Experience overseeing audit engagements, managing competing deadlines and reviewing work.Confidence communicating with clients, leading teams and taking responsibility for engagement outcomes.Strong organisational skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.Familiarity with professional audit software, such as CaseWare or CCH ProSystem fx.
We're particularly interested in professionals who are ready to step up their leadership, or current Assurance Managers who want to build on their existing experience.
Interested in finding out more?
If you're a CPA-qualified public accounting professional looking for your next management opportunity in Baltimore, I'd be happy to have a confidential conversation. xzbcwsv
Get in touch directly:
Joel Thomas | ONE HIRING (5
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