Audit Manager, CPA

Compensation: $115000$145000 Base Performance Bonus Leadership Growth
Location: Brentwood (Nashville) Tennessee
Schedule: Flexible Hybrid

Our client a highly respected and growing public accounting firm is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to join its Nashville-area team.

This is more than a traditional audit management role.

Its an opportunity to lead client engagements mentor future leaders build lasting relationships with business owners and executives and play a key role in the continued growth of a firm that genuinely prioritizes both professional success and work-life balance.

The firm has built its reputation on a simple philosophy: listening better trying harder and caring more. That commitment extends not only to clients but also to employees. Professionals enjoy meaningful client interaction direct access to leadership and a collaborative culture where contributions are recognized and career growth is encouraged.

If youre looking for an opportunity where you can continue developing as a leader while maintaining balance and flexibility wed welcome a confidential conversation.

• $115000$145000 base salary
• Annual performance bonus opportunity
• Strong emphasis on work-life balance
• Leadership role with significant client interaction
• Opportunity to mentor and develop future professionals
• Diverse audit review and compilation engagements
• Collaborative and team-oriented environment
• Direct access to partners and firm leadership
• Long-term advancement opportunities
• Positive culture focused on employee success and professional development

Exceptional candidates with significant audit leadership experience niche industry expertise or business-development capabilities may be considered above the posted compensation range.

As an Audit Manager youll serve as both an engagement leader and trusted advisor to clients while helping develop team members and support the continued growth of the practice.

Youll work directly with privately held businesses nonprofit organizations management teams and stakeholders while overseeing audits reviews compilations financial reporting matters and client service initiatives.

This role provides exposure to:

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

• Lead multiple audit review and compilation engagements from planning through completion
• Manage engagement budgets timelines staffing and overall client expectations
• Oversee internal control documentation risk assessments testing procedures and financial statement preparation
• Ensure quality accuracy and compliance with professional standards
• Communicate engagement progress and significant developments to firm leadership

• Build and maintain strong long-term client relationships
• Serve as a trusted advisor to management teams and business owners
• Participate in planning meetings closing meetings and strategic discussions
• Develop a deep understanding of client operations and business objectives
• Coordinate firm resources to deliver exceptional client service

• Supervise mentor and develop staff and senior-level team members
• Provide timely coaching performance feedback and career guidance
• Assist with recruiting training onboarding and retention initiatives
• Promote a culture of accountability collaboration and continuous learning
• Help prepare future leaders within the Assurance practice

• Research and resolve complex accounting and auditing matters
• Evaluate internal control structures and identify improvement opportunities
• Apply audit methodologies analytical procedures and statistical sampling techniques
• Stay current with evolving auditing standards and accounting regulations
• Ensure engagement compliance with professional and regulatory requirements

• Participate in client proposals and business development initiatives
• Identify opportunities to expand services within existing client relationships
• Support networking and relationship-building efforts
• Contribute to the continued growth and success of the firm

• Bachelors degree in Accounting (Masters preferred)
• Active CPA license in good standing
• 5 years of progressive public accounting experience
• Experience leading audit engagements from planning through completion
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience
• Strong understanding of GAAP GAAS and financial reporting requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong project management and organizational abilities

• Experience serving privately held businesses
• Industry specialization experience
• Business development exposure
• Experience mentoring and developing professionals
• Prior audit manager or senior manager responsibilities

The ideal candidate:

• Enjoys leading teams and developing future talent
• Takes pride in delivering exceptional client service
• Values meaningful client relationships
• Wants a balance between career growth and personal life
• Is proactive collaborative and solutions-oriented
• Enjoys helping businesses solve operational and financial challenges
• Seeks long-term leadership opportunities within public accounting

• Competitive compensation package
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Continuing education and CPA support
• Professional development programs
• Leadership growth opportunities
• Flexible work environment
• Strong work-life balance culture

Our client is a well-established public accounting firm known for delivering exceptional service technical expertise and trusted business advice to organizations throughout the region. The firm serves a diverse client base through audit accounting tax and consulting services while maintaining a people-first culture that prioritizes relationships responsiveness and long-term success.

Unlike many firms where professionals are viewed as resources this organization is committed to investing in its people. Employees benefit from direct access to leadership meaningful client engagement strong mentorship and opportunities to advance at a pace aligned with their personal and professional goals.

If youre an Audit Manager looking for a leadership opportunity with strong client relationships a supportive culture and a genuine commitment to work-life balance wed love to speak with you confidentially.