Accounting, Analysis Skills, Auditing, Best Practices, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Financial Audit, Financial Reporting, Financial Risk, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Organizational Skills, Process Improvement, Public Accounting, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player
Audit Manager | Florissant, MO
We're currently partnered with a growing public accounting firm in the Florissant, MO area that is looking to bring on an Audit Manager to help lead and rebuild its audit function.
This is a unique opportunity for someone who wants more than just running engagements—you'll play a key role in shaping, developing, and growing an audit department from the ground up.
What you'll be doing:
- Leading and managing audit engagements from planning through completion
- Developing and implementing audit processes, procedures, and best practices
- Ensuring compliance with applicable standards and regulations
- Serving as a key advisor to clients on audit, financial reporting, and risk matters
- Recruiting, mentoring, and developing audit staff
- Collaborating with firm leadership to build and expand audit services
- Driving process improvement and innovation within the audit function
What they're looking for:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
- 5+ years of audit experience in public accounting
- At least 2 years in a leadership or managerial role
- Strong knowledge of auditing standards and financial reporting
- Proven ability to lead teams and manage engagements
- CPA or Master's degree preferred
- Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills
Why this opportunity stands out:
- Opportunity to build and lead an audit department from the ground up
- High visibility role with direct impact on firm growth
- Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives
- Flexible work environment with remote options
- Strong emphasis on professional development and advancement
- Collaborative and supportive team culture
Compensation:
$110,000 – $140,000+ base + bonus potential
This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced auditor who is ready to step into a leadership role with real influence and help shape the future of a growing firm.