Audit Manager

Description

Blankenship CPA Group, PLLC is seeking a full-time, experienced Audit Manager. We are a growing firm and find various audit backgrounds attractive. This position can be located at any of our seven locations in Middle Tennessee (Brentwood, Nashville, Mt. Juliet, Goodlettsville, Murfreesboro, Columbia and Dickson). With strong performance, there is great opportunity for advancement. At Blankenship, you will find a People First culture and wonderful clients to serve.

Purpose of Job

The Audit Manager will lead audit engagements in a variety of industries. Provides timely, high quality client service that meets or exceeds client expectations. Contributes to the short and long-term strategies of the audit team and firm.  

This role can be tailored to align with the employee’s experiences and specialties.

Key Responsibilities

•    Leads audit engagements, from start to finish, including planning, executing, and reviewing projects while effectively controlling time and expenses
•    Works on a wide scope of industries outside of pre-determined government and compliance seasons.
•    Effectively communicates important and time-sensitive matters
•    Proactively develops client relationships throughout the year
•    Provides recommendations which address client needs and opportunities
•    Seeks new opportunities for existing and potential clients along with recommendations for appropriate additional services
•    Participates in consulting engagements for governmental entities
•    May manage audit staff including professional development, provides performance reviews, assists with scheduling, provides timely response to employee questions or concerns.
•    Keeps updated on audit standards, regulations, and the Firm’s policies and procedures.
 

Qualifications

Requirements and Qualifications

•    Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred, CPA eligible required
•    Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration required
•    Minimum two to five years recent public accounting experience
•    Ability to lead and contribute within the firm’s culture and values required
•    Professional competency and proficiency in auditing and financial reporting functions
•    Demonstrates a commitment to accuracy and quality while meetings goals and deadlines
•    Ability to be self-directed, and work with a team or autonomously, with minimal supervision
•    Ability to assist training new team members
•    Ability to travel to client sites contained within Middle Tennessee 
•    Strong written, verbal, and listening communication skills with clients and team members
•    Outstanding organizational and time management skills.
•    Proficiency in Microsoft Office and auditing software

Blankenship CPA Group offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, long term and short term disability, and life insurance, 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, flexible work schedules, and opportunities for bonuses.