Audit - Manager or Senior Manager

AUDIT - MANAGERPOSITION SUMMARYPassion for our clients, Passion for our people, and Passion for the business of accounting. As one of the world’s leading accounting firms, Grant Thornton has continued to expand its reach and is looking for accounting professionals to grow with us.The Grant Thornton experience is a cornerstone of not only our client service, but also a belief that our employees deserve the same respect we give our clients. We are committed to providing an environment that encourages quality people to join our firm and grow with us. We offer competitive compensation, opportunities to work with multiple service lines and industries, a work/life balance, and the support of an international organization.In the last year alone, Grant Thornton LLP has hired more than 1,000 employees from other international accounting firms. We are successful at creating an environment that encourages new ideas and quickly integrates professionals from other firms. We invite you to learn more about the exciting opportunities at Grant Thornton and what we call the Grant Thornton Experience for Our People. The Audit Manager is responsible for all phases of project and engagement management for multiple clients in a wide variety of industries. Responsibilities include planning, directing, and completing audits; developing and managing staff; and reviewing financial statements and related technical accounting issues. The Audit Manager works closely with partners and staff on client management, practice development, and business development. The Audit Manager is responsible for an assigned group of clients.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES-Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality.-Manage, direct, and monitor client services teams on multiple engagements; plan, execute, direct, and complete external audits in a wide variety of industries; and manage to budget.-Understand and manage firm risk on audits and proposals.-Develop a project vision and set challenging personal and client service team goals.-Manage, develop, train, and mentor staff on projects and assess performance for engagement and year-end reviews.-Perform quality audit reviews on financial statements and tax-related issues.-Maintain active communication with clients to manage expectations, ensure satisfaction, make sure deadlines are met, and lead change efforts effectively.-Consult, work with, and service client base to make recommendations on business and process improvement and serve as a business advisor to client.-Work closely with partners, managers, and staff to integrate practice development skills into a team approach to client service and new business development.-Team with partners and senior managers on proposals and business development calls.-Maintain strong client relations and cross-sell services within the assigned group of clients.-Recruit and retain senior associates and associates.-Coach senior associates and associates in developing and achieving goals and objectives for performance and professional development.-Attend professional development and training sessions on a regular basis.-Perform other job-related duties as necessary.QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS-Bachelor's degree in Accounting and a CPA. An MBA is a plus.-Five to seven years of progressive audit experience in public accounting or equivalent with experience in a medium- to large-sized public accounting firm.-Excellent analytical, technical, and auditing skills including proficiency in US GAAP, GAAS, and PCAOB rules and standards.-Strong experience in staff and audit management in an integrated client service team.-Ability to manage and develop staff in a highly interactive team environment.-Practice development experience is preferred.-Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.-Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment.-Strong leadership, business development, recruiting, training, coaching, and mentoring skills, coupled with excellent written, interpersonal, and presentation skills.-Computer expertise including knowledge of audit-preparation software and an understanding of the impact of technology.-Ability to work additional hours as needed and travel to various client sites.QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS-Bachelor's degree in Accounting and a CPA. An MBA is a plus.-Five to seven years of progressive audit experience in public accounting or equivalent with experience in a medium- to large-sized public accounting firm.-Excellent analytical, technical, and auditing skills including proficiency in US GAAP, GAAS, and PCAOB rules and standards.-Strong experience in staff and audit management in an integrated client service team.-Ability to manage and develop staff in a highly interactive team environment.-Practice development experience is preferred.-Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.-Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment.-Strong leadership, business development, recruiting, training, coaching, and mentoring skills, coupled with excellent written, interpersonal, and presentation skills.-Computer expertise including knowledge of audit-preparation software and an understanding of the impact of technology.-Ability to work additional hours as needed and travel to various client sites.Additional Information: Travel Percentage: 30% Company:Grant Thornton LLPLocation:Madison, WIStatus:Full Time, EmployeeJob Category:Full Time, EmployeeEducation:Bachelor's Degree Company:Grant Thornton LLPReference Code:7482