Audit Manager, CPA

Compensation: $120000$150000 Base Performance Bonus Leadership Opportunity
Location: Knoxville Tennessee
Schedule: Flexible Hybrid

Our client a highly respected regional CPA and advisory firm is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to join its growing Knoxville office.

This is more than a traditional audit management role.

Its an opportunity to lead client engagements mentor future leaders help shape the growth of the practice and serve as a trusted advisor to businesses and organizations throughout the region.

The firm has built its reputation on a simple philosophy: listen better try harder and care more. That commitment extends to both clients and employees creating an environment where professionals can continue advancing their careers while maintaining a healthy balance between work and life.

If youre looking for a leadership role where youll have real influence meaningful client relationships and a clear path for continued growth wed welcome a confidential conversation.

• $120000$150000 base salary
• Annual performance bonus opportunity
• Strong emphasis on work-life balance and sustainable busy seasons
• Leadership role with visibility across the firm
• Opportunity to mentor and develop future leaders
• Significant client interaction and advisory exposure
• Business development and practice growth opportunities
• Collaborative team-oriented culture
• Business-casual and laid-back office environment
• Long-term career advancement opportunities

Exceptional candidates with governmental audit experience niche industry expertise proven business development success or significant engagement leadership experience may be considered above the posted compensation range.

As Audit Manager youll oversee a broad portfolio of audit review and compilation engagements while serving as a key leader within the Assurance practice.

Youll partner directly with business owners executives boards nonprofit leaders and management teams while helping clients navigate financial reporting compliance risk management and operational challenges.

This role offers exposure to:

• Audit & Assurance Services
• Financial Reporting
• Internal Controls & Risk Assessment
• Governmental Audits
• Client Advisory Services
• Team Leadership & Mentorship
• Practice Development & Firm Growth

• Lead audit review and compilation engagements from planning through completion
• Oversee engagement staffing budgets timelines and deliverables
• Review workpapers financial statements and engagement documentation
• Ensure compliance with professional standards and firm methodologies
• Manage multiple engagements simultaneously while maintaining quality and client satisfaction

• Build and maintain trusted client relationships
• Serve as a primary point of contact throughout engagements
• Coordinate the delivery of audit accounting and advisory services
• Develop proposals and assist with client presentations
• Identify opportunities to expand services within existing relationships

• Supervise mentor and develop staff and senior-level professionals
• Provide performance feedback coaching and career guidance
• Support recruiting onboarding and retention initiatives
• Identify training and development opportunities for team members
• Help build a culture of accountability collaboration and excellence

• Research and resolve complex accounting auditing and financial reporting issues
• Evaluate internal controls and identify operational risks
• Apply advanced audit methodologies analytical procedures and testing techniques
• Assist partners and leadership with complex engagement matters
• Stay current on accounting and auditing standards

• Support business development efforts and networking initiatives
• Participate in client proposals and growth strategies
• Assist with expanding the firms presence and market share
• Contribute to strategic planning initiatives within the Assurance practice

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Accounting
• Active CPA license in good standing
• 5 years of progressive public accounting experience
• Experience leading audit engagements from planning through completion
• Strong understanding of GAAP GAAS and financial reporting requirements
• Proven leadership and supervisory experience
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

• Governmental audit experience
• Experience serving closely held businesses and nonprofit organizations
• Business development exposure
• Advanced engagement management experience
• Experience mentoring and developing future leaders

The ideal candidate:

• Enjoys leading teams and developing people
• Wants meaningful client interaction and advisory exposure
• Values work-life balance while continuing to grow professionally
• Takes pride in building long-term client relationships
• Is proactive collaborative and solutions-oriented
• Enjoys helping organizations solve financial and operational challenges
• Wants a visible role within a growing regional firm

• Competitive compensation package
• Annual performance bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Continuing professional education support
• CPA license and professional development assistance
• Flexible and supportive work environment
• Business-casual office atmosphere
• Strong commitment to employee growth and work-life balance

Our client is a respected regional CPA and advisory firm serving businesses nonprofit organizations governmental entities and individuals throughout the Southeast. The firm provides a broad range of audit accounting tax and consulting services while maintaining a culture rooted in collaboration responsiveness and long-term relationships.

Unlike many firms where growth comes at the expense of personal balance this organization believes professionals perform at their best when theyre supported both inside and outside the office. Employees benefit from strong leadership meaningful client relationships ongoing professional development and opportunities to advance at a pace aligned with their goals.

If youre an Audit Manager looking for a leadership opportunity with significant client exposure career growth and a firm that genuinely values its people wed love to speak with you confidentially