Auditor/accountant - Manager

Full-time · MN, United States

Job description

As our firm continues to grow, we are looking for an Audit Manager who strives to perform at a high level of service. Under minimal supervision, this individual can work independently and is a strong self-starter. 

The Manager is responsible for owning relationships and driving enhanced value with clients by identifying and implementing best practices that improve the accounting and finance operations of business clients within multiple industries. The primary responsibility of the role is to manage audits for our for-profit business clients. This individual is the liaison between the partner and staff and is regarded as the primary firm contact by the majority of assigned clients. You will perform a variety of professional auditing and attest work, including the planning and execution of assigned engagements from start to finish. You will be responsible for auditing and performing attest services, ensuring that all financial data is recorded consistent with established policy and procedures. This position will also assist on special projects as needed.

At Abdo, we’re not your typical accounting firm. If you’re looking for somewhere to punch the clock while pushing papers, this is not the place for you. But if you’re ready to light the path forward to make a difference in the lives of our team and clients, we’d like to meet you!

Our culture is built on the following principles:

  • Relationships: We give our best to our clients and to each other.

  • Growth & Development: We get better every day.

  • Teamwork: We accomplish great things together.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Meet with prospective clients to gain an in-depth understanding of their needs; prepare and present engagement proposals in conjunction with a Business A&A partner

  • Demonstrate continued progression in number, complexity, and scope of complex engagements managed

  • Determine timelines for completion of and staffing for assigned engagements

  • Prepare and review workpapers in conformity with standards including scope/objective/procedures/conclusion, adequate supporting documentation, tickmark and workpaper cross references

  • Delegate work, plan, and manage work flow and multiple engagements to ensure timely completion

  • Present final audit results to client boards and/or finance committees

  • Manage, develop, and train staff; responsible for staff training and development including implementation and research of new accounting and auditing standards

  • Develop new clients and market additional services to assist with firm growth

Ideal Manager candidate has: 

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting

  • CPA license preferred

  • 5+ years' experience working in public accounting; experience with demonstrated progression to leadership role

  • Possess and apply sound technical and operational knowledge in the practice area

  • Knowledge and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and auditing standards

  • Strong computer skills and Microsoft Excel skills

  • Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written

  • Ability to effectively interact with all levels of management and staff, clients, and other external business contacts

  • Excellent client-service orientation with an ability to expand services and develop new business

  • Experience with or knowledge of automated auditing techniques is a plus

Attracting, developing, and retaining the best employees are our highest priorities at Abdo. Listed as one of America's Top Recommended Tax and Accounting Firms by Forbes, we are always seeking talented individuals who can contribute to the continued growth and success of our firm. If you desire flexibility and control in your work schedule along with recognition for your efforts, Abdo has the opportunity you’re looking for! Apply online TODAY!

Flexible Workplace:

Abdo approaches the hybrid work environment through flexible workplace options of working mostly from home or working mostly from the office. We want our people to work where they work best!

Interviews for this position may be conducted via Zoom video. Please let us know if you need assistance with this technology.

EEO Policy: Abdo LLP and its subsidiary companies are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to any legally-recognized basis “protected class” including but not limited to: veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation or marital preference, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.


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