What are the responsibilities and job description for the Audit Manager – External Audit position at HHL LLP?
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Audit Senior Associate / Supervisor to join our growing External Audit practice. This role is ideal for a strong Senior who is ready to take on supervisory responsibilities or an existing Supervisor looking to advance.
The primary focus of this position is External Audit, with additional responsibilities supporting the firm’s peer review preparation and quality control processes.
The ideal candidate must have experience participating in a peer review as part of a reviewed firm—such as preparing engagement files, responding to reviewer requests, or assisting during the firm’s peer review cycle.
You will supervise 2–3 audit staff, lead fieldwork, and contribute to strengthening audit quality.
Key Responsibilities
External Audit – Primary Responsibility
- Lead and execute financial statement audits across a diverse range of industries.
- Perform risk assessments, evaluate internal controls, and design audit procedures.
- Prepare and review audit workpapers in accordance with GAAP, GAAS, SSARS, and firm methodology.
- Assist in drafting audit reports and client deliverables.
- Communicate audit issues, findings, and status updates to Managers and Partners.
- Supervise and mentor 2–3 audit staff, providing coaching, on-the-job training, and review feedback.
- Ensure engagements are completed accurately and on schedule.
- Utilize professional audit software, including PPC, CCH Axcess, and CaseWare.
Peer Review & Quality Support – Secondary Responsibility
- Assist in organizing and preparing engagement files for the firm’s external peer review.
- Respond to reviewer inquiries and support documentation requests.
- Participate in internal inspections or monitoring procedures as needed.
- Support quality control initiatives, including improvements to audit processes and documentation standards.
- Maintain awareness of updates to AICPA, SSARS, GAAS, and PCAOB-related standards.
Qualifications & Experience
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA certification strongly preferred (or actively pursuing).
- 5 years of recent external audit experience with a U.S. public accounting firm.
- Experience participating in your firm’s peer review, such as:
- Preparing or organizing engagement files;
- Responding to peer reviewer questions or document requests;
- Assisting partners during the peer review process.
(Reviewer or team captain experience is not required.)
- Solid understanding of GAAP, GAAS, SSARS and familiarity with PCAOB standards.
- Understanding of firm quality control systems, including QC Sections 10 and 20.
- Proficiency with PPC, CCH Axcess, CaseWare, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong analytical thinking, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Mandarin language proficiency required.
- Ability to supervise and review the work of junior audit staff.
Preferred
- Experience with nonprofit, governmental, or financial services audits.
- Exposure to internal inspections or pre-issuance review activities.
- Participation in quality improvement or documentation enhancement initiatives.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary: $100,000 – $165,000, with performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match.
- Generous PTO and flexible work arrangements.
- Support for CPA completion and ongoing CPE opportunities.
- A collaborative, supportive, and quality-focused firm culture.
- Hybrid Work Environment.
- H-1B Sponsorship Available for qualified candidates.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 - $165,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Happy hour
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Work from home
Work Location: In person
Salary : $100,000 - $165,000