AUDIT MANAGER JOB DESCRIPTION

An Audit Manager in public accounting owns a portfolio of client engagements - not a single company's books, but a rotating set of organizations whose financial statements must meet GAAS and GAAP standards before they reach regulators or investors. Each client brings a different control environment. The work demands someone who can run concurrent engagements, hold a CPA license, and give direct counsel to CFOs and business owners on findings that affect how their financials are presented and read.

As the Audit Manager, you lead the full execution of external audit engagements for a portfolio of clients spanning private companies, nonprofits, and publicly traded entities, ensuring each delivers accurate financial reporting in compliance with applicable professional standards. You supervise and develop a team of staff auditors while managing engagement economics, client relationships, and partner-level communication across multiple active projects.

Career Impact: Managing a CPA-licensed practice at this level - across client types ranging from closely-held businesses to SEC registrants - accelerates the path to Director or Partner faster than any single-industry internal role.

Business Impact: The financial statements this role signs off on directly determine how lenders, investors, and regulators assess the businesses that depend on the firm's assurance work.

Growth Opportunity: Exposure to clients across industries such as commercial, manufacturing, nonprofit, and government builds a breadth of technical judgment that makes Senior Audit Manager and eventual Partner candidacy a realistic near-term horizon.

Company Value: Firms at this level typically offer upward career trajectory, flexibility in how and where work is performed, and meaningful investment in CPE development and ongoing professional education.

• Lead planning, execution, and reporting for multiple concurrent external audit engagements to meet partner and client deadlines.
• Review engagement work papers, resolve technical issues, and ensure all procedures and checklists are completed before partner sign-off.
• Direct audit scope definition, risk identification, and control testing strategies tailored to each client's industry and control environment.
• Mentor and evaluate staff auditors on each engagement team to build technical competency and professional judgment.
• Manage client relationships as the primary year-round contact, identifying business developments that may affect the audit or create advisory opportunities.
• Prepare and monitor client billings, realization rates, and engagement budgets to maintain profitability targets.
• Identify business development opportunities and coordinate with Partners to pursue new client relationships and expand existing ones.
• Conduct quality control reviews of financial statements, footnotes, and management letters prior to partner review.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 5 or more years of external audit experience in a public accounting environment, with demonstrated engagement management responsibility.
• CPA license required or active pursuit of licensure.
• Working knowledge of GAAS, GAAP, and SSARS as applied to external financial statement engagements.
• Proven ability to manage multiple client engagements simultaneously within budget and timeline constraints.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience presenting findings to CFOs, business owners, and senior management.
• Demonstrated experience supervising, coaching, and evaluating audit staff across engagements.

• Experience serving clients in at least two distinct industries such as manufacturing and distribution, nonprofit, or government.
• Prior Big 4 or large regional public accounting firm background with exposure to SEC registrant or PCAOB-governed engagements.
• Advanced degree such as an MBA or Master of Accounting.
• Established network and early practice development experience including client referrals or cross-selling into advisory services.

• Engagement realization rate, measuring how closely billed hours align to budgeted engagement economics.
• On-time report issuance rate, tracking how consistently final audit reports are delivered within agreed client timelines.
• Staff retention and promotion rate within supervised teams, reflecting coaching and development effectiveness.
• Client retention rate across the managed portfolio from one engagement year to the next.
• Partner escalation frequency, indicating how often unresolved issues require elevation beyond the manager level.
• Typical tools: audit management and work paper platforms (commonly TeamMate or CaseWare); tax and engagement software (commonly CCH ProSystem fx Engagement).

• Base Salary Range: $95,000 to $135,000 depending on market, firm size, and client portfolio scope.
• Bonus: Annual performance bonus typically 5% to 15% of base salary.
• Equity: Not standard at manager level; partnership track consideration at senior levels.
• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage; employer contribution varies by firm.
• PTO: 15 to 22 days annually, plus firm holidays and busy-season flexibility policies.
• Common Perks: CPE reimbursement, CPA exam support, education stipends, flexible scheduling outside peak season.

Figures are estimates based on general US market benchmarks and may be outdated. Adjust based on location, company size, and seniority level.

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process should notify the hiring team at any stage. Final employment offers are contingent on successful completion of a background check. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

The Audit Manager leads complex, cross-functional audit activities within Bayer's R&D, Pharmacovigilance, and Crop Science divisions, owning everything from scope definition and ERP data analysis to final English-language audit reports. Working with teams of two to six auditors and reporting findings directly to senior management of audited organizations, this role delivers risk mitigation recommendations that protect regulatory compliance and business integrity across global operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Be auditor or lead auditor of an audit activity, leading regular and complex audit activities with teams of two-six auditors and responsible for work assignment.
• Execute the analysis and evaluation of business processes for efficiency, profitability, sustainability, and internal control systems, ensuring compliance with Bayer internal guidelines, laws, and applicable regulations.
• Execute testing according to process description and guidance; be responsible for retrieval, review, and analysis of relevant data from ERP systems and other IT sources.
• Supervise audit preparation and field work; prepare and align scope with the audit group manager, and detail the audit scope, methodology, and tools.
• Delegate sub-tasks of the audit to an experienced auditor and monitor and review work results of the audit team.
• Develop sound recommendations for business improvements and risk mitigation, preparing facts for audit report and closing presentation; present and update the respective management of audited organization.
• Consult on best practice approaches or risk mitigation in audit group related areas.
• Ensure full and complete documentation of audit process and evidences; conduct investigations in compliance cases and finalize the audit report in English.
• Be responsible for the feedback process of the audit after the audit in specific situations.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field with at least 10 years of relevant working experience, or graduate degree (MSc/MBA/PhD) with at least 7 years of relevant working experience.
• Professional certification (e.g. CIA, CFE, CISA, or CPA) preferred.
• At least 6 years of relevant industry experience in Pharma, Consumer Health (OTC), or Crop Science; past experience as an internal/corporate auditor or Big 4 (external candidates).
• Subject matter expertise in a selected audit group, including R&D, QA, Seed Stewardship, Market Access, Medical Affairs, or Pharmacovigilance; excellent knowledge of Bayer's business, organization, and underlying processes.
• Strong capabilities in IT systems and ERP applications supporting business, including mass data analytics.
• Excellent analytical and proven project management skills with demonstrated ability to manage projects of considerable budget, scope, and responsibility.
• Experience in leading teams, providing guidance, and planning and prioritizing audit activities; excellent communication, presentation, and business partnering skills with ability to engage and influence stakeholders without direct authority.
• Sound understanding of multiple internal audit requirements with ability to act objectively and independently, and provide interpretation and guidance on compliance and regulations.
• Fluent in a foreign language.
• Able to travel up to 40% (21 weeks).

Reporting to firm leadership, the Audit Manager builds and executes external audit engagements using Grant Thornton's proprietary global methodology, covering everything from risk identification and client financial reporting to business development. Partnering with teams spanning Associates to Partners and engaging directly with company owners, CEOs, and CFOs, this role delivers high-quality audit reports and expands the firm's client base through trusted advisory relationships.

Primary Duties

• Establish audit objectives and manage a team of auditors to complete an effective audit process.
• Identify and report on client financial risks with regard to external financial reporting requirements.
• Execute and deliver on a variety of external audit client engagements in an effective and methodical manner.
• Prepare high-quality audit reports and related documentation.
• Manage and mentor team members on each project engagement team to continually develop the team's skills and experience.
• Build successful client relationships with a positive attitude to challenges and the agility to multitask effectively across competing priorities.
• Research difficult audit technical issues and become a trusted advisor to clients.
• Work closely with internal teams and clients to identify business development opportunities that add value to the client's business.

Qualifications & Experience

• Must be CA qualified or hold similar relevant overseas qualification.
• Experience in leading, motivating and empowering a team of auditors.
• Strong project management skills with ability to manage competing priorities and deliver engagements in a timely manner.
• Problem solving and analytical skills to provide effective solutions for clients and prevent risk.
• Strong communication and consultation skills enabling direct and effective engagement with company owners, CEOs, CFOs and other stakeholders.
• Collaborative and consultative approach to working with diverse internal stakeholders from Associates up to Partners.
• Excellent business development skills enabling strong relationship-building and opportunity identification.

Sitting at the intersection of client advisory and assurance delivery, the Audit Manager owns engagement planning, execution, and reporting across a portfolio of clients in sectors including Banking, Insurance, and Investment Management, while building the relationships that generate new business opportunities. Operating across concurrent engagements and coordinating with Advisory colleagues on special projects, this role shapes client outcomes through deep industry familiarity, IFRS-aligned reporting, and direct communication with senior client staff.

Duties

• Manage audit engagements, including the planning, execution and reporting.
• Coach, train and evaluate junior staff.
• Play a key role in ensuring effective communication with senior client staff.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with all clients, being respectful of client culture and values.
• Become familiarized with every aspect of clients' business, thoroughly identify their expectations and formulate solutions to their needs.
• Actively build on existing experience of the client's business and industry, and make suggestions for improving the business.
• Identify new business opportunities by seeking and enhancing relationships with potential clients.
• Opportunity to work on special projects together with Advisory colleagues.

Skills & Qualifications

• University degree in Finance and Accounting or other Economics related studies.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience in Banking & Securities, Insurances, Investment Management, or Gas, Power, Real Estate, Automotive, Industrial Products and Services, Consumer Products (preferably with a Big 4 firm).
• Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and project management skills with ability to manage several engagements simultaneously.
• Excellent command of English (both written and spoken); Hungarian is an advantage.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Embedded within TD's audit function, the Audit Manager II delivers oversight of complex, multi-business-group audits and manages working relationships with business lines in accordance with regulatory requirements. Working closely with senior management and external auditors, this role shapes the strategic direction of the audit program by keeping pace with evolving financial industry regulations and recommending improvements that increase team efficiency and effectiveness.

Core Functions

• Act as a specialized resource on audits to provide subject matter expertise for planning, risk assessment and execution of audits and related processes with a high degree of complexity.
• Play a key role in developing and implementing programs to contribute to the strategic direction of the audit.
• Plan and lead audit activities that require alignment across multiple areas and execute follow-ups of findings arising from internal audits and regulatory reviews.
• Lead the ongoing audit communications and the reporting process with the client, senior management and external auditors.
• Guide the team and participate in identification, design, testing and implementation of a wide range of complex audit initiatives.
• Identify and resolve key issues by providing guidance for complex situations and report non-standard issues to the appropriate levels and shareholders.
• Keep current on emerging trends and evolving regulatory requirements and recommend improvement areas to senior management.
• Build positive, diverse and open work environment by continually improving efficiency and encouraging the team to deliver results.

Required Qualifications

• Over 7 years of experience with undergraduate degree or relevant professional certifications, accounting designations, or equivalent education.
• Advanced knowledge of business processes and operations, risk, change and project methodologies, organizational practices and business transformation.
• Deep knowledge of specialist auditing and integration of cross-functional processes to undertake and complete a variety of audit projects and initiatives.
• Expertise in using software tools, windows applications, data analysis and reporting techniques.
• Strong team leader who can negotiate and influence key partners including employees.
• Aptitude in exercising sound judgment while making decisions and handling confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

A key member of the internal audit function, the SOX / Audit Manager leads end-to-end audit planning and execution for assigned business units, providing subject matter expertise on internal controls and risk assessment across projects of varying complexity. Collaborating across teams and functions while observing SOX compliance standards and COSO frameworks, this role ensures that audit findings, regulatory follow-ups, and operational risk recommendations are thoroughly documented and acted upon.

Functions

• Lead the planning process for assigned audits and the completion of appropriate programs and risk assessment to mitigate risks and improve effectiveness across the business.
• Present findings and recommendations and support the audit opinion as per internal controls and professional audit standards.
• Support in the planning and executing of end-to-end audits based on established audit plans in alignment with applicable policies and regulatory guidelines in a timely fashion.
• Act with the highest levels of integrity while observing regulatory guidelines, fulfilling due diligence, and handling confidential information with discretion.
• Review and identify risks in internal processes and recommend improvements to enhance operational efficiencies.
• Own follow-ups for new findings raised from regulatory and internal divisional audits to ensure all data is up-to-date and properly documented.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor of Business Administration degree with a specialization in Finance or Accounting.
• CPA designation or equivalent; CIA highly preferred.
• A minimum of 5+ years of experience in accounting or auditing, including supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of auditing best practices, including GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), COSO framework, and risk assessment practices.
• Experience using Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact clearly and effectively in a fast-changing environment.
• Ability to work with multiple teams and functions, providing good relations and guidance to other team members.

Publishable audit reports detailing findings and recommendations depend on the Audit Manager, who leads a small team through risk-prioritized test plans covering diverse and complex subject matter of national significance. Based within an organization that manages both internal and outsourced audit engagements, this role serves as the independent, objective voice that identifies control framework gaps and drives process improvements through influence and evidence-based analysis.

Accountabilities

• Lead and manage a small audit team to encourage initiative, build a sense of common purpose, and empower others to drive change and deliver results.
• Proactively build and maintain strong independent and objective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify priority areas of risk and process improvement by understanding the organisation's systems, objectives, risks, control frameworks, and regulatory environments.
• Create and perform test plans and produce high quality publishable audit reports detailing findings and recommendations.
• Project manage internal and outsourced audits with responsibility for quality and timeframes.

Position Requirements

• Strong leadership skills with ability to lead and manage a small team in the performance of nationally significant audit activities across diverse and complex subject matter.
• Stakeholder management skills with ability to build and sustain relationships with a network of internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to effectively manage internal and outsourced audit engagements to ensure intended audit outcomes and deliverables are achieved.
• Superior critical thinking and analytical skills with ability to undertake objective, systematic analysis and draw accurate conclusions based on evidence.
• Exceptional writing and communication skills with ability to communicate with influence, approach negotiations with a strong grasp of key issues, and write clear, concise, and technically sound audit reports.

The Remote Audit Manager oversees the financial management of a client portfolio year-round, serving as the primary point of contact for senior clients and coordinating with Partners on staffing, billing, and new business development. The audit team and client relationships alike rely on this work to maintain service delivery on time and on budget, with immediate responsiveness to client needs and proactive identification of additional billing opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility for the financial management of a client portfolio while gaining a thorough grasp of their company.
• Respond immediately to client requests and needs, keeping them updated on the status of all elements of service and maintaining regular contact.
• Maintain good relationships with senior clients by serving as a primary point of contact throughout the year.
• Ensure that assignments are staffed with the right balance of expertise and abilities, performed on time and on budget, and that opportunities for additional billings are identified.
• Assist Partners in the implementation and communication of any new business plan for current clients, target clients, and internal operations.
• Identify and recognise new client business and sales prospects, informing and coordinating with Partners as needed.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Educated to a bachelor's degree level.
• ACA/ICAS/ACCA certification or international equivalent.
• Remote management experience is preferred.
• Working knowledge of GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP, and Financial Reporting obligations in the UK and internationally.
• Working understanding of financial products, firm services, advisory issues, and regulatory and compliance challenges, including anti-money laundering.
• Experience with consolidations, group audits, statutory accounts, and disclosures.

Audit Manager leads anticipatory audit projects across the EMEA region, sourcing pipeline ideas and defining testing scope in response to shifting internal and external risk factors. The work directly supports the regional line of business audit teams and the US Anticipatory team by ensuring proactive coverage is coordinated with subject matter experts and that junior associates receive coaching to handle ad hoc, fast-changing assignments.

Areas of Ownership

• Proactively source ideas for the anticipatory pipeline and develop a strategy of keeping abreast with key internal and external events impacting the risk profile and the control environment.
• Provide leadership for audit projects within the anticipatory plan in EMEA.
• Proactively define audit and testing scope.
• Coach and train more junior associates within the team.
• Coordinate anticipatory coverage with regional line of business audit teams, subject matter experts, and the US Anticipatory team.

Background & Experience

• Broad understanding of financial services products and processes.
• Solid understanding of internal audit processes and methodology requirements.
• Ability to process information and change focus quickly in line with the ad hoc nature of anticipatory assignments.
• Proactive and critical thinking, willingness to learn, and multitasking skills.
• Strong team player skills and solution-oriented attitude.
• Good communication, influencing skills, and attention to detail.
• Preference for professional qualifications.

The Audit Manager produces accurate, timely audits across a portfolio of clients, overseeing everything from planning and staffing through financial statement finalisation and working capital administration. Reporting within a Big 4 or Top 10 environment and managing a group of trainees, this role advances client service quality by resolving technical queries, liaising during planning and closing meetings, and participating in the delivery of internal training programs.

Role Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility for a portfolio of audit clients.
• Plan audits including timing, staffing, and structure.
• Liaise closely with clients in relation to planning and closing meetings, and discuss business developments generally.
• Review audit work papers and resolve technical queries from clients.
• Review and finalise financial statements.
• Assist in managing a group of trainees and participate in the delivery of training courses to staff.
• Manage general administration including working capital management.

Professional Experience

• Qualified accountant (Chartered Accountant or equivalent) with at least four years in a professional audit environment.
• Excellent knowledge of accounting and auditing, preferably obtained in a Big 4/Top 10 environment.
• Excellent project management skills with a focus on running efficient, high-quality projects.
• A natural interest in business and auditing; a keen interest in IT and data would be a positive.
• Strong interpersonal skills, drive, and enthusiasm.

Embedded within a matrixed global organization, the Audit Manager oversees all SOX controls and internal audit activity related to Telecommunication Sourcing, managing daily operations from risk identification and control design through Senior Level Management reporting. Working across departments and audit levels, this role advances internal control integrity by administering the full SOX process infrastructure and serving as the primary owner of all audit-related reports and meetings.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Manage internal audits and SOX controls from beginning to end including definition of audit scope, risk identification, control design and operating effectiveness testing, execution of testing, and preparation of potential audit management action plans.
• Organise, develop, and motivate a team of staff as required on each audit.
• Manage the day-to-day activities relating to Telecommunication Sourcing Audit and SOX Controls.
• Provide an independent evaluation and opinion on control environment and management action plans.
• Operate as the administrator for Audit and SOX process development, process management, and process reporting.
• Serve as first line reviewer and owner of all audit-related reports, and facilitate and lead all audit-related meetings both internal and external.
• Lead and conduct team-oriented, department-wide reviews of audit findings and interact with auditors of various levels in relevant departments.
• Lead and drive Senior Level Management updates and all audit-related reporting, tracking, and measuring.

Technical Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Minimum of 5+ years of audit-related experience.
• Practical audit experience including conducting risk assessments, creating and executing audit programs, and executing and/or leading audits.
• Strong understanding of the Controls environment.
• Proven track record of Project Management.
• Experienced Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft and Google Suite applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and problem-solving skills with ability to work in a fast-paced, matrixed global environment.

Reporting to a partner, manager, or supervisor, the Audit Manager oversees all phases of audit engagement for the State and Local Government Audit Team, applying accounting principles to prepare accurate workpapers and mentor staff while upholding the firm's technical and cultural standards. Partnering with colleagues on firm-wide CPE initiatives and presenting findings to managers, clients, and the general public, this role develops the next generation of audit professionals while ensuring government engagements meet GAAS and GAAP requirements.

Job Functions

• Apply accounting principles to analyze financial information and prepare accurate workpapers for accounting and auditing engagements under the direct supervision of a partner, manager, or supervisor as assigned.
• Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Uphold the firm's expectations for work quality and professional development as well as the firm's cultural and core values.
• Follow the progress of engagements and help to identify and research accounting and auditing issues as assigned.
• Mentor and coach staff level co-workers as needed.
• Participate in firm-wide initiatives and ongoing education opportunities including CPE development.

Education & Experience

• BS in Accounting or related field.
• CPA license required.
• 8+ years of public accounting experience primarily working for government clients.
• Working knowledge of GAAS, GAAP, and other professional standards and regulations.
• Ability to make sound decisions under pressure and solve practical problems with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Sitting at the intersection of client service and practice growth, the Audit Manager develops deep functional expertise within client businesses while directing multiple engagements and actively expanding the firm's client base across UK and European public accounting markets. Operating across a team it attracts, develops, and retains, this role refines service delivery by anticipating client concerns, initiating cross-selling opportunities, and promoting new business solutions that extend the firm's reach.

What You'll Do

• Direct and drive the success of multiple engagements.
• Attract, develop, and retain top talent.
• Keep lines of communication open with staff and clients.
• Anticipate and address client concerns and escalate problems as they arise.
• Initiate cross-selling business to other practices.
• Promote new ideas and business solutions that result in extended services to existing clients.
• Develop an understanding of the client's business and become a functional expert in the area.
• Work to expand the client base and support business development activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or closely related field; MBA or other advanced business degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of recent experience working in a public accounting environment across UK or Europe.
• Experience working for a Big 4 or large regional accounting firm is a plus.
• Technically proficient in audit and accounting with a successful record of attracting, hiring, retaining, and managing an audit team.
• Practice development experience with demonstrated ability to communicate with clients' senior management.
• Ability to manage within budgetary and time constraints while providing a high level of client satisfaction.

A key member of the Internal Audit group reporting to the Group Manager, the Audit Manager oversees bank audit team members through all phases of engagement delivery, from risk assessment and COSO-based audit planning through FDICIA and SOX 404 controls testing and Audit Committee presentations. Collaborating with external auditors and regulatory examiners while developing and coaching team members, this role produces the work papers, remediation tracking, and quarterly trend analyses that keep the bank's control environment audit-ready.

Strategic Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of bank audit team members throughout delivery of audit engagements including planning and design of audit criteria, development and execution of test attributes, review and analysis of evidence, and creation of concise and organized audit work papers.
• Develop comprehensive risk assessments and audit plans consistent with professional audit standards, department policies, and COSO frameworks.
• Review work of team members, providing feedback on planning and scoping, risk assessment, and testing that demonstrates critical thinking ability.
• Ensure assigned audit engagements are completed objectively, professionally, timely, and in accordance with industry audit standards.
• Drive timely delivery of annual tests of controls required under FDICIA and SOX 404 and ensure quality of work product subject to reliance on the part of external auditors.
• Present a complete analysis of internal control deficiencies, identify compensating controls, and track remediation efforts.
• Build long-term business relationships by acting as a trusted advisor through sharing business knowledge, identifying root causes, and recommending efficient and sustainable solutions.
• Develop and maintain an effective team, assess team members' development levels, and coach team members to ensure individual objectives are met.
• Prepare quarterly updates and trend analysis for presentation to the Audit Committee, and prepare supporting documentation for regulatory exams and parent company assessments.

Required Qualifications

• Four-year college degree (BA or BS) in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related discipline.
• Advanced degree (MBA or master's in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline) preferred.
• Professional audit license (CPA, CIA, CFSA, etc.) required; bank-related certification (ABA, CBA, CFA, etc.) a plus.
• Relevant work experience in a similar field and/or industry, with demonstrated experience auditing against regulatory requirements in the banking industry.
• Proficient in internal audit principles and best practices, including knowledge of GAAP, SOX, and FDICIA compliance requirements.
• Experience in Microsoft Office applications, audit software, and data visualizations (Excel, PowerPoint, TeamMate, ACL, etc.).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to manage information and communicate at all levels of the organization; strong leadership skills with demonstrated success in the management of team members.

The organization's ability to maintain a current, compliant EWAP Audit program depends on the Audit Manager, who manages a team of information security professionals and serves as the security point of contact for both internal assessments and client audits. Based within a global operation governed by PCI DSS, ISO27001, HIPAA, and related frameworks, this role guides the team in assessing security controls and documentation adequacy while liaising between the organization, clients, and external security auditors.

Ownership Areas

• Oversee EWAP Audit team and manage and track status of audit team performance, initiatives, and projects.
• Define, develop, and administer audit performance indicators and security metrics.
• Oversee internal operating controls, processes, and practices.
• Work with global security team in the creation of policies, procedures, guidelines, or controls to ensure currency and adequacy in accordance with Teleperformance standards and legal and regulatory requirements.
• Engage with multiple stakeholders in aligning current business processes with security standards and obligations such as PCI DSS, ISO27001, ISO27002, HIPAA, BITS, etc.
• Identify and remedy security deficiencies and gaps with business-suitable controls, and review Statements of Work, Master Service Agreements, and other contracts for security obligations and identify areas of exposure.
• Serve as liaison between the organization, clients, and security auditors concerning information security and compliance.
• Identify and lead subject matter experts in the identification and analysis of risk scenarios, participate in BCP/DR related activities, and provide innovative risk management solutions.
• Enhance audit program by providing guidance and expertise.

Skills & Qualifications

• One or more of the following certifications highly preferred: CEH, CISSP, CRISC, CISA, ECSA, CHFI, CFE, MCSE, CCNA, CCNP.
• Experience in a regulated industry (financial, pharmaceutical, healthcare, etc.) is highly desired.
• Clear awareness of the security and compliance function with strong decision-making focused on the business value of security.
• Ability to adapt rapidly to changing circumstances, manage risk and ambiguity, and take personal accountability and ownership.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills with excellent command of decision-making techniques.
• Strong influencing and persuasive leadership skills with ability to build a productive team and manage performance issues.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a results-focused orientation and ability to develop effective and achievable plans.

The Haleon A&A team and its senior business stakeholders rely on the Audit Manager to deliver objective, insight-driven assurance outputs aligned to the Core Audit Process, illuminating risk management gaps and good practices across the Consumer Health business. Working alongside auditees, compliance leads, and cross-functional partners in a large FMCG environment, this role guides the A&A team's knowledge base forward through peer coaching, strategic project leadership, and proactive collaboration on audits of new areas.

Executive Functions

• Engage auditees and other business stakeholders in a way that inspires and builds trust, mutual understanding, and respect.
• Deliver timely and meaningful audit outputs in alignment with the Core Audit Process, providing a holistic view of risk management including identifying gaps, good practices, and insights.
• Connect assurance workstreams to the bigger picture and actively join the dots to deliver meaningful insights and appropriate context to support action.
• Anticipate and effectively manage potential obstacles to audit delivery and risk reduction, demonstrating a flexible approach and solving problems creatively.
• Lead by example to challenge the status quo, develop self and others through feedback, and engage in peer-to-peer coaching and mentoring.
• Expand the knowledge base of the A&A team through proactive knowledge sharing, collaboration, and active participation in audits of new areas.
• Champion A&A strategic projects and initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., finance, business, life sciences, pharmacy).
• Experience from partnering roles within a large business from Audit, Finance, Commercial, Compliance, Marketing, or Medical backgrounds; prior experience within FMCG industry preferred.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of Commercial Practices, Financial Control and Reporting, or Anti-bribery and Corruption, gained from functional roles in the business.
• Proven track record of managing complex projects including planning, organising, managing people, and delivering within agreed timelines.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with strong collaboration, partnership, and influencing skills with experience working with Senior Stakeholders.
• Good problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills with ability to challenge the status quo as a self-starter who is results-oriented with good learning agility.
• Second foreign language preferred.

Audit Manager oversees a portfolio of private company and SEC client engagements at Baker Tilly, delivering financial statement auditing, internal controls testing, and business recommendations while mentoring associates through the firm's Care and Teach philosophy. The work directly supports firm-wide growth targets and client profitability by managing fieldwork quality, billings and collections, and the professional development of staff across an upward-trajectory practice environment that offers flexibility in how and where work is performed.

Strategic Initiatives

• Be a trusted member of the engagement team providing various assurance and consulting services to private company and SEC clients by proactively engaging with clients throughout the year to understand business goals and challenges.
• Implement appropriate testing to assess deficiencies of internal controls and make recommendations for improvement.
• Manage all fieldwork to ensure quality service and timely delivery of results.
• Play an active role in providing valuable financial statement guidance and business recommendations based upon various testing performed and information gathered.
• Deliver business insight through thoughtful review, analysis, and discussion.
• Assist with managing client engagement staffing, billings/collections, and ensure client profitability targets are met.
• Utilize entrepreneurial skills to network and build strong relationships internally and externally with clients and the community.
• Invest in professional development individually and through participation in firm-wide learning and development programs.
• Support the growth and development of team members through the Baker Tilly Care and Teach philosophy, helping associates meet their professional goals.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting required; Masters or advanced degree desired.
• CPA required.
• Five (5)+ years of experience providing financial statement auditing services in a professional services firm desired.
• Experience with commercial, manufacturing, and distribution preferred.
• Two (2)+ years of supervisory experience, mentoring, and counseling associates desired.
• Highly developed software and Microsoft Suite skills.
• Demonstrated management, analytical, organization, interpersonal, project management, and communication skills.

The Audit Manager creates structured accountability for annual audit plan delivery across the Card business, executing risk-based assignments, communicating findings to all levels of management, and ensuring agreed audit actions are followed through within defined timescales. Reporting within a broader Audit group and serving senior business partners as a primary point of contact, this role strengthens the control environment by managing multidisciplinary assurance teams and proactively seeking development opportunities to increase audit capability.

Performance Expectations

• Take the lead in audit assignments and play an integral role in supporting the delivery of the annual audit plan across the Card business.
• Coach and support others.
• Communicate issues, risks and recommendations to all levels of management.
• Proactively follow up on agreed audit actions to ensure they are delivered within agreed timescales.
• Develop and nurture strong and effective working relationships with senior business partners and the wider Audit group.
• Proactively seek out learning opportunities to continue to grow and develop in the role.

Required Qualifications

• Relevant qualification (ACCA, ACA, CIMA, or IIA).
• Proven history of owning the end-to-end delivery of internal or external audit or assurance projects across risk management, accounting, financial analysis, information systems, compliance, or related fields.
• Proven skills in assessing business risks and ability to identify, design, and execute risk-based testing.
• Ability to manage integrated, multidisciplinary audit and assurance teams with limited supervision.
• Excellent communication skills and a proven ability to build rapport and trust with ease; logical and rational judgement and an inquiring mind.
• Very occasional and optional travel to Canada to perform audit engagements, typically less than twice a year.

Embedded within a public accounting firm, the Audit Manager develops and manages audit engagements across businesses, large corporations, nonprofits, and publicly traded companies while serving as the go-to resource for seniors beginning their supervising careers. Working closely with clients throughout the engagement cycle, this role guides staff and interns through financial statement preparation, internal controls evaluation, and audit report delivery in a mentorship-forward environment.

Work Activities

• Develop detail engagements on audits.
• Manage engagements that are current.
• Mentor other staff members.
• Prepare audit reports.
• Evaluate clients' internal controls.
• Help when needed in preparation of financial statements.
• Develop and maintain client relationships.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; Master's is a plus.
• CPA license required.
• At least 5 years in a public accounting firm, preferably coming from public accounting.
• Experience with businesses, large corporations, non-for-profit, and/or publicly traded companies.
• Experience with reviews.

Reporting to firm partners, the Audit Manager executes the full engagement lifecycle for a California-based CPA firm serving closely-held businesses, high net worth individuals, and trusts, covering financial statement reviews, attest quality control, and corporate income tax returns for audit clients. Partnering with the tax department and overseeing staff assignment and delegation, this role elevates firm-wide standards by implementing best practices, leading in-house training sessions, and maintaining year-round client contact to protect the integrity of each annual audit.

Scope of Work

• Review final drafts of financial statements, footnotes, and management letters, and ensure all projects are thoroughly reviewed before they reach the partner with all applicable checklists and procedures followed.
• Assume responsibility for planning, supervising, and completing engagements; review engagement work papers, resolve any problems, spot issues, and keep the partner informed of all important developments.
• Prepare client billings and monitor realization on engagements; analyze complex client transactions, recognizing and resolving potential or existing problems with appropriate research and consulting.
• Assist with quality control and internal monitoring of attest engagements; review and prepare corporate income tax returns associated with audit clients with the assistance of the tax department as needed.
• Maintain frequent contact with clients throughout the year to discover and disseminate information on client developments that could affect the annual audit or review.
• Improve processes by developing or implementing best practices and ensure effective utilization of staff through proper assignment and delegation of duties.
• Provide training to staff during job assignments, lead in-house training sessions, and exhibit leadership qualities in attitude and conduct.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional publications and new regulations.

Experience & Qualifications

• BA in Accounting or MA in Taxation.
• Proven work experience as an Audit Manager.
• Advanced understanding of GAAP, GAAS, and SSARS and excellent knowledge of tax accounting, tax compliance, and audit.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of CCH Products (ProSystem fx Tax, Engagement, Client Portal, etc.).
• Strong leadership and personnel management skills with ability to prioritize, multitask, work under pressure, and handle interruptions while maintaining flexibility in work assignments.
• Strong analytical skills to assess problems or unusual situations and quickly determine efficient solutions; highly collaborative, team-oriented, and responsive.

Benefit: Additional benefits include competitive compensation, 401(k) and profit-sharing, medical/dental/vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance.