Audit Manager

Kforce's client, a regional public accounting firm, is seeking an Audit Manager for their commercial practice in New Brunswick, NJ. The role is mainly remote & will require about 20 days throughout the year in office for training, team-building events, etc. and on occasion visits to the client. Summary: As an Audit Manager, you will lead and manage engagements from planning through completion, serve as a key point of contact for clients, and play a central role in coaching, developing, and mentoring our Seniors and Associate staff. This role will focus on clients in the Life Sciences/Pharma, Manufacturing, Distribution & Logistics (MD&L), and Employee Benefit Plan (EBP) industries, with opportunities for exposure to other industries the Firm serves. You will be pivotal in ensuring our clients receive outstanding service while helping to grow the practice. This firm offers great benefits, unlimited PTO and annual bonus! Responsibilities:

• Plan, manage, and execute audit, accounting, assurance, and other services for a portfolio of clients, with a focus on Life Sciences/Pharma, MD&L, and EBP industries
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, managing expectations, deliverables, and timelines throughout the engagement
• Oversee, coach, and develop staff and review their workpapers and financial statements for technical accuracy and compliance with firm and professional standards
• Manage large and complex engagements while managing and developing staff, running several engagements simultaneously, and monitor budgets, realization, and profitability
• Cultivate and deepen existing client relationships through responsive, high-quality service
• Participate in business development activities, including proposals, networking events, and industry association involvement
• Mentor and evaluate staff, providing timely and constructive performance feedback
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; Master's degree a plus
• Current CPA license required
• 6+ years of recent work experience as an auditor for a public accounting firm, including prior supervisory or in-charge experience
• Meaningful experience serving clients in one or more of the following industries: Life Sciences/Pharma, Manufacturing, Distribution & Logistics, and/or Employee Benefit Plans, strongly preferred
• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP, GAAS and ERISA/DOL requirements for EBP engagements
• Excellent project management, analytical, and organizational skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build client relationships and support business development
• Detail oriented
• Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Proven ability to manage multiple engagements and lead engagement teams to successful, timely completion
• Ability to complete various assignments within time constraints and deadlines