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Senior Audit Manager (CPA)

The Baird Audit Group LLC
Augusta, GA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/12/2027
Description:

The Senior Audit Manager will serve as a senior leader within the firm, responsible for overseeing audit engagements, managing client relationships, and leading audit teams. This role requires a highly experienced CPA with deep technical audit knowledge, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to operate independently. The position offers a clear pathway toward future partnership for the right individual.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, manage, and review complex audit and assurance engagements in compliance with GAAP and GAAS.
  • Serve as the primary client relationship manager for audit clients.
  • Oversee engagement planning, risk assessments, budgeting, and scheduling.
  • Review audit workpapers, financial statements, and reports for quality and accuracy.
  • Identify and communicate audit risks, internal control deficiencies, and recommendations.
  • Mentor, develop, and evaluate audit staff and managers.
  • Ensure compliance with firm policies, professional standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Contribute to firm strategy, process improvements, and business development initiatives.
  • Demonstrate leadership, ownership, and accountability aligned with future partnership potential.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and performance incentives.
  • Hybrid/remote flexibility (for local candidates).
  • Robust benefits package.
  • Collaborative, growth-oriented firm culture.
  • Defined pathway to future partnership.
Requirements:
  • Active CPA license required.
  • 8 years of public accounting experience, with a strong concentration in audit and assurance.
  • Significant experience managing and reviewing complex audit engagements.
  • Advanced knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, and internal control frameworks.
  • Proven leadership experience overseeing multiple engagements and teams.
  • Strong client communication and relationship-building skills.
  • Self-starter with the ability to manage priorities independently.
  • Must reside in Augusta, GA or within a reasonable commuting distance.
  • Hybrid or remote work arrangements available for local candidates only.

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