Audit Manager

Brixey & Meyer - Dayton, OH

Full-time - Senior

Hybrid - Dayton, OH

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Audit & Assurance Manager at Brixey & Meyer is responsible for managing client relationships and supervising audit and assurance teams. This role requires a focus on delivering high-quality work, maintaining clear communication with clients, and supporting various firm service lines as needed. The position emphasizes leadership, integrity, and accountability while fostering a positive work environment and driving business development activities.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate positive client relationships through clear communication and innovative recommendations.
• Lead and manage audit and assurance teams to deliver high-quality work and meet deadlines.
• Identify and develop new leads and contacts for the firm, recognizing opportunities for additional services.
• Take ownership of engagement profitability, including efficient billing and collections.
• Provide timely and accurate formal quotes and proposals for engagements and projects.
• Communicate effectively with all internal and external stakeholders, providing clear direction and resolving issues promptly.
• Inspire the team to exceed client and firm expectations through integrity and accountability.
• Engage in business development activities to foster relationships with clients.
• Manage multiple responsibilities and strategically plan workflows independently.
• Resolve team member issues that hinder successful completion of engagements and projects.
• Monitor deadlines and communicate scheduling needs for proper resource allocation.
• Provide timely, accurate, and constructive feedback to team members on their performance.
• Set clear performance and goal expectations for team members.
• Manage work in progress (WIP) efficiently to maintain project momentum.
• Communicate changes in accounting methodologies to the team effectively.
• Adhere to firm policies and procedures, including time entry and billing.
• Actively participate in firm activities to attract and retain high-performing individuals.
• Champion the firm's reputation in the community and through professional organizations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
• 5+ years of public accounting or equivalent industry experience
• CPA certification in good standing
• Advanced computer literacy, including proficient use of Microsoft Office products
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record
• Proven leadership qualities in managing others, including internal team members and external client relationships
• Demonstrated excellence in client relationship management
• Proven interpersonal skills to work effectively with both internal and external team members
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Skills with investigating and analyzing source materials

Nice-to-haves

• Desire to have fun with work and contribute to a unique company culture
• Open to constant learning and training from other team members

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Opportunities for advancement
• Pet insurance