Audit Manager or Director

JOB REQUIREMENTS: CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm where our purpose is to create opportunities every day, for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. Even with more than 8,500 people, 130 U.S. locations, and a global reach, we promise to know you and help you. CLA is dedicated to building a culture that invites different beliefs and perspectives to the table, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other. CLA is currently seeking an Audit Manager or Director to join our Central Wisconsin team. Locations include: Eau Claire, La Crosse , Marshfield, Stevens Point, Wausau and Tomah. How you'll create opportunities in this Audit Manager or Director role: Assume full responsibility for planning, supervising, and controlling all phases of the Firm's regular services for those clients delegated by Principals. Assume in-charge responsibility; plan the timing, staffing and execution of assurance engagements to promote the most efficient operation and deliver value to our clients. Lead the decision-making process for assigned engagements/clients; keep the Engagement Principal fully informed of major decisions and the engagement progress. Develop a responsible and trained team through assistance in recruiting, planning assignments, resolving problems, providing direct consultation to staff, evaluating staff performance, and acting as an instructor or discussion leader in professional development programs. Supervise preparation of the engagement letter for approval by the Engagement Principal, discuss the nature and terms of the assignment with the client, estimate fees, and ensure client signs and returns the engagement letter prior to the start of the engagement. Evaluate internal controls and audit programs prepared by staff, revise as necessary, and present to the Engagement Principal for approval. Follow the engagement progress through monitoring time budgets and deadlines for adherence; communicate important developments to the Engagement Principal along with facts, conclusions, and recommendations; provide ongoing attention to client management; and prepare final client meetings. What you will need: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. 6+ years of public accounting experience with emphasis in financial statement preparation, audits, reviews, and compilations. Current CPA license required. Advanced technical knowledge of audit, accounting, and tax concepts. Ability to travel to client sites that... For full info follow application link. CLA is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law. EOE/AA Employer/Vets/Disability ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/1C43B71C36164961