Audit Manager in Lakewood, New Jersey at Holman Frenia Allison, P.C.

Holman Frenia Allison, PC, Certified Public Accountants and Consultants (HFA) is headquartered in Central New Jersey. The firm services a diverse client base within the tri-state area providing highly personalized and comprehensive accounting, audit, tax, and business consulting services.

We are looking for an Audit Manager to work in our Lakewood, NJ office.

Job Summary:

As an Audit Manager at HFA, you will be responsible for leading and managing audit engagements for our diverse client base. You will oversee a team of audit professionals, ensuring the delivery of accurate, timely, and high-quality audit services. The Audit Manager will play a pivotal role in building and maintaining client relationships, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and fostering a collaborative and productive work environment within the audit team.

In this role you will:

• Collaborate to define audit strategy and objectives in consultation with senior manager/partner.

• Manage multiple audit engagements and competing priorities.

• Monitor team’s process against plan and alter when necessary.

• Maintain active communication with clients to manage expectations, ensure satisfaction, and lead change efforts effectively.

• Understand and manage firm risk on audits and proposals.

• Develop high-performing people and teams.

• Conduct timely performance reviews and provide performance feedback or onsite training.

• Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and best practices, and apply this knowledge to client engagements.

• Cultivate and manage business development opportunities.

• Monitor engagement budgets, timelines, and resources, ensuring efficient utilization and profitability for the firm.

• Uphold the firm's ethical standards, ensuring integrity, objectivity, and independence in all audit activities.

We offer an excellent benefits package, including...

• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Health Savings Account with Employer Contribution
• Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan
• Commission Policy
• Firm Provided Life Insurance
• Continuing Professional Education
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Dues Reimbursement
• Mentoring Program
• Vacation Time
• Paid Holidays
• Summer Fridays

HFA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Applicants must possess the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field.
• CPA certification required.
• 5-8 years of progressive public accounting audit and/or assurance experience.
• Experience with not-for-profit clients and/or employee benefit plans.
• Advanced knowledge of CCH ProSystem Engagement.
• Reliable transportation to and from client locations.
• Strong analytical and reasoning abilities, excellent communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships while asking tough questions.
• Excellent written and oral skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.