Audit Manager

Audit Manager | Top 25 Regional Firm

Santa Ana, CA

We are currently partnering with a high level & fast growing CPA firm with offices spread throughout California to find an accomplished Audit Manager. This opportunity is ideal for professionals who are looking to accelerate their career trajectory, take ownership of client relationships, and contribute meaningfully to a collaborative and employee-centric environment.

These roles offer a clear and supported path to Senior Manager, Director, and ultimately Partner, with opportunities to build and manage your own book of business. You will work with a diverse client base across industries and entity types, while also having the chance to expand your expertise into other service areas such as advisory and outsourced CFO services.

Are you a driven professional with an entrepreneurial mindset who thrives in leadership roles and enjoys mentoring others? Join a growing firm where your expertise in assurance and audit will make a direct impact on client success and team development.

What You’ll Do

As an Assurance Manager, you will lead audit engagements from planning through completion, ensuring quality, efficiency, and compliance with professional standards. You’ll supervise teams, manage client relationships, and contribute to business development efforts. Your responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing audit planning, fieldwork, and wrap-up stages
• Supervising and mentoring Associates and Senior Associates
• Reviewing workpapers and financial statements
• Advising clients on accounting and regulatory risks
• Ensuring engagement profitability through billing and collections
• Applying GAAP, GAAS, and internal control frameworks
• Drafting technical memos and financial disclosures
• Communicating findings to clients and audit committees
• Utilizing audit tools and methodologies to enhance efficiency

What You Bring

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• Experience: 5 years in audit/public accounting or consulting, with significant supervisory experience
• Licensure: Active CPA license (or international equivalent with commitment to obtain US CPA)
• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, and SEC reporting; proficiency in Microsoft Office and audit software
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication, leadership, and client relationship-building abilities; executive presence; decision-making and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Industry specialization in one or more assurance areas
• Experience with Sarbanes-Oxley compliance and PCAOB standards
• Familiarity with audit efficiency tools (e.g., statistical sampling, CAATS)

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic and collaborative team where your contributions are valued and your career growth is supported. You’ll work with diverse clients, lead impactful projects, and help shape the future of the firm.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $120,000.00 - $190,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid training
• Profit sharing
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Santa Ana, CA 92701

Salary : $120,000 - $190,000