What are the responsibilities and job description for the Audit Manager position at Search Services?
ABOUT OUR CLIENT
Our Client is a large, successful local CPA firm headquartered in central Houston. With a strong reputation for technical excellence, the firm prides itself on maintaining a friendly, team-oriented environment that avoids the “rat race” mentality of the largest firms. They are committed to work-life integration, ensuring employees can thrive professionally while enjoying a fulfilling personal life.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Audit Manager will lead mid-sized and large Houston-based engagements, primarily for for-profit corporations, while also overseeing a small number of 401(k) audits. This role will involve supervising audit staff and seniors, performing high-level reviews, and managing audit engagements, including final management reviews. Unlike some firms, managers here focus on true manager-level responsibilities — with a strong team of staff and seniors supporting the work.
In addition to technical oversight, this Manager will play a key role in mentoring and developing audit staff and seniors, fostering professional growth across the team. With a retiring partner in the near future, this position offers long-term growth opportunities, including a clear path to partnership without heavy business development requirements, given the firm’s established client base.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage financial statement audits and related engagements for mid-sized Houston-based companies.
- Oversee and review 401(k) audits.
- Supervise and mentor audit staff and seniors, providing ongoing development and coaching.
- Perform high-level technical reviews and finalize management reviews of engagements.
- Ensure efficient workload management and maintain positive client relationships.
- Contribute to the growth and development of the audit practice and firm culture.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required).
- CPA license (required).
- Progressive external audit experience within a CPA firm.
- Strong technical audit knowledge; SEC experience not required.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to mentor and develop staff.
- Desire and ability to grow within a CPA firm, including long-term potential to progress into partnership.
BENEFITS
- Work-life balance and supportive culture.
- Opportunity for mentorship and staff development.
- Clear partnership track supported by an established client base.
- Relocation assistance considered.