Top Audit Executive develops, leads, and executes a comprehensive enterprise-wide internal auditing strategy, function, and practice adhering to auditing standards and regulatory requirements. Establishes the auditing governance framework and procedures to attain long-term auditing objectives. Being a Top Audit Executive directs the creation of annual audit plans. Engages with other functions across the enterprise, like risk, finance, information technology, and security, to facilitate audits. Additionally, Top Audit Executive delivers audit reports to leadership and recommends enhanced controls or processes as needed. Sets goals for the auditing team and builds expertise with coaching and developmental initiatives. Requires a bachelor's degree. Requires a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). May require Certified Internal Auditor (CIA). Typically reports to top management. The Top Audit Executive manages a business unit, division, or corporate function with major organizational impact. Establishes overall direction and strategic initiatives for the given major function or line of business. Has acquired the business acumen and leadership experience to become a top function or division head. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Watkins Uiberall is currently seeking an Audit Manager to join our team!
At Watkins Uiberall, we value our people and welcome them as part of our WU family. We are passionate about the technical development of our team and foster mentoring relationships aimed at creating a career path that guarantees both personal and professional satisfaction.
With 85 team members, Watkins Uiberall is the largest locally owned certified public accounting firm in Memphis. The Firm holds strong to its local identity through community involvement and an ongoing commitment to client relationships. Firm services include auditing and attestation, tax compliance and planning, business accounting, consulting, retirement plan administration, cyber security, and data analytics. Our history of achievements is based entirely on the strength and dedication of our people.
Position Summary
An Audit Manager plans, delegates, and directs the activities of multiple audit engagement teams. This individual creates a positive working environment for their team by staying focused on delivering excellent client service while demonstrating both competence and integrity in their leadership. This individual effectively monitors and manages the workload of their team while balancing client and firm expectations. This position offers excellent opportunities for career advancement.
Firm Benefits
· 20 days of paid time off plus 9 paid holidays each year
· Encouraged work-life balance in a hybrid work environment
· Competitive compensation, benefits packages, and paid time off
· Commission on new business
· Educational assistance for Master’s degree
· Firm paid CPE and professional memberships
· Profit sharing plan and 401(k) Plan
· Medical insurance, group life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and Health Savings Account (HSA)
· Intentional community involvement
· Opportunities for career advancement
Responsibilities
· Perform complex accounting and audit research and document conclusions using available resources
· Plan engagements and make suggestions for improving processes and procedures for effectiveness
· Manage multiple engagements at the same time while delegating work to staff
· Demonstrate attentiveness to details by efficiently and accurately perform reviews of staff prepared workpapers, financial statements and client communications
· Attain thorough knowledge of the client's internal control process
· Exhibit professionalism while identifying and proposing solutions for client insufficiencies
· Assist with staff training in the office and in the field and provide staff with ongoing feedback
· Provide senior managers and partners with project updates on a weekly basis
· Attend firm sponsored networking events and continue to expand network of potential referral sources for WU’s family of companies
Qualifications
· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited college/university in accounting required
· Active CPA license required
· 5-7 years of current and/or recent audit experience (public accounting preferred)
· Strong problem solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills
· Ability to lead a team and create a positive work environment
· Flexibility and willingness to constantly learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment
· Excellent written and oral communication skills across multiple levels internally and externally
Firm Overview
· Largest locally owned CPA firm in Memphis
· Diverse, prominent clients that represent the Mid-South
· Significant philanthropic and nonprofit client base
· Member of BKR International
· Voted Memphis Business Journal 2022 & 2023 Best Places to Work!
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Full-time
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Work Location: Hybrid remote in Tupelo, MS 38801
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