Audit Manager Recruitment
No Fee Until You Hire
WHY THIS ROLE IS HARD TO HIRE
- Hiring an experienced Audit Manager requires more than technical accounting knowledge. Firms need professionals who can manage complex engagements, lead teams, communicate with clients, and identify financial and operational risks.
- Audit engagements often involve multiple deadlines, detailed financial analysis, regulatory requirements, and coordination across client teams. Therefore, strong project management, professional judgment, and attention to detail are essential.
- Furthermore, firms increasingly value Audit Managers who can develop client relationships, identify opportunities, and contribute to the growth of their assurance practice.
Brightway helps you find the right talent faster.
Brightway connects accounting firms, professional services organizations, and businesses with qualified Audit Managers experienced in audit planning, financial reporting, risk assessment, internal controls, team leadership, and client management. As a result, employers can strengthen their assurance teams with professionals prepared to lead engagements and deliver reliable audit results.
ABOUT THE AUDIT MANAGER ROLE
Role Highlights
5-12+ Years
Audit & Assurance
Financial Audits, Risk & Internal Controls
Public Accounting / Corporate / Advisory
Accounting & Finance
Permanent
Audit & Financial Reporting
Engagement & Team Leadership
Risk & Control Assessment
Partners / Directors / Finance Leadership
Assurance Quality & Client Relationships
Engagement Delivery & Team Development
What does a Audit Manager Do?
Lead Audit Engagements
An Audit Manager plans and manages audit engagements, establishes timelines, allocates resources, and oversees execution through completion.
Assess Financial and Operational Risk
Evaluates financial reporting risks, internal controls, business processes, and other factors that may affect the reliability of financial information.
Review Audit Work
Reviews working papers, testing procedures, audit evidence, and financial reporting conclusions to ensure engagement quality and compliance with applicable standards.
Manage Client Relationships
Communicates with client executives and finance teams, discusses findings, resolves issues, and provides guidance throughout the audit process.
Develop Audit Teams
Supervises and mentors audit professionals, provides performance feedback, delegates assignments, and supports the professional development of team members.
Strengthen Your Audit Team With Experienced Talent
Connect with qualified Audit Manager talent who can lead engagements, strengthen audit quality, manage client relationships, assess risk, and develop high-performing accounting teams.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plan, manage, and complete audit engagements while maintaining appropriate timelines, scope, and quality standards.
- Evaluate financial statements, accounting records, internal controls, and business processes to identify material risks and audit issues.
- Review audit documentation, testing results, and conclusions to ensure accurate and well-supported engagement deliverables.
- Lead communication with clients, finance teams, and senior stakeholders regarding audit findings, recommendations, and engagement progress.
- Supervise, mentor, and develop audit staff while managing workload allocation and supporting consistent team performance.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Experience
5-12+ years of experience in auditing, public accounting, assurance, financial reporting, or a related accounting function.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Certifications
CPA certification is commonly preferred or required depending on the position and jurisdiction.
CORE SKILLS
MARKET & COMPENSATION INSIGHTS
typical Salary Range
$110,000-$200,000+
Performance / Annual Bonus
Experience Level
Mid-Level / Senior
Role Demand
High
Hiring Market
Nationwide
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About Audit & Assurance
Brightway recruits accounting and finance professionals across audit and assurance, financial reporting, accounting, tax, risk, compliance, and related disciplines. Our recruitment approach focuses on connecting employers with qualified professionals who match their technical requirements, leadership needs, and organizational goals.
