External Audit Manager

We are seeking an experienced Audit Manager to provide external audit and assurance services to clients within the Asset & Wealth Management (AWM) sector. This role will lead audit activities, oversee engagement teams, evaluate complex accounting and financial reporting matters, and maintain strong relationships with clients.

The ideal candidate has significant external audit experience within Asset & Wealth Management, an active CPA license, and extensive knowledge of U.S. GAAP and applicable auditing standards.

Key Responsibilities

Lead external audit and assurance engagements for Asset & Wealth Management clients.

Plan, coordinate, and oversee financial statement audit activities.

Review financial statements and complex accounting matters for compliance with applicable standards.

Apply U.S. GAAP, U.S. GAAS, and PCAOB standards throughout engagements.

Identify financial reporting and audit risks and develop appropriate responses.

Review audit documentation and financial analyses prepared by engagement teams.

Manage engagement priorities, deliverables, and deadlines.

Lead and support engagement team members throughout the audit lifecycle.

Collaborate with clients to resolve accounting, reporting, and audit matters.

Manage client expectations and maintain strong professional relationships.

Utilize technology, automation, and data analytics to improve audit quality and efficiency.

Analyze large and complex datasets to support audit procedures and financial insights.

Identify opportunities to improve engagement processes and client service.

• Bachelor's degree required
• Minimum of 5 years of external audit experience
• The ideal candidate has significant external audit experience within Asset & Wealth Management, an active CPA license, and extensive knowledge of U.S. GAAP and applicable auditing standards
• Strong knowledge of external financial statements
• Extensive understanding of U.S. GAAP
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAS and PCAOB standards
• Experience leading audit teams and managing engagement responsibilities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong client-service and relationship-management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within a large public accounting or professional services firm
• Experience with audit automation and digital solutions
• Experience analyzing complex financial datasets
• Data analytics and visualization experience
• Experience identifying opportunities to improve engagement efficiency

Key Competencies

• External Audit
• Asset & Wealth Management
• Financial Statement Auditing
• U.S. GAAP
• U.S. GAAS
• PCAOB Standards
• CPA
• Assurance Services
• Financial Reporting
• Audit Risk Assessment
• Client Management
• Team Leadership
• Data Analytics

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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