What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Audit Manager position at The Baird Audit Group?
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.
Job 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.
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.