What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assurance Manager position at Search Masters, Inc.?
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Assurance Manager with a strong background in PCAOB audits and expertise in the financial services sector. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned professional with hands-on experience leading audits for large accelerated filers and publicly listed entities, specializing in financial institutions such as banks, private equity funds, broker-dealers, real estate funds, hedge funds, and master-feeder structures. We have openings for candidates residing in and around Rochester, Buffalo, Syracuse, and Albany, New York. Come join an organization that focuses on work/life balance for all of our employees!
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as the Lead Auditor for integrated audits of large accelerated filers and publicly listed entities, with a focus on the financial services sector.
- Plan, strategize, execute, and conclude audits, including financial statement reviews in accordance with US GAAPand reporting on controls under SOX 404.
- Lead annual and interim reviews over Form 10-Ks and Form 10-Qs filed with the SEC and comply with PCAOBstandards.
- Perform and review audit procedures for all major balance sheet and income statement areas, including revenue, expenses, cash, fixed assets, debt, intangibles (e.g., goodwill), and equity-based compensation.
- Oversee audits of complex valuation models, leveraging approaches such as the Income Approach, Cost Approach, and Market Approach, in coordination with internal and external specialists.
- Utilize financial systems to obtain data for valuation testing, reconciliation, and audit support.
- Provide guidance to clients on the implementation and review of accounting standards, such as ASC 606, ASC 842, ASC 350, and ASC 946.
- Prepare and review detailed analytical reports, benchmarking financial statements and key ratios against industry standards while considering economic events.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a liaison between the client and the audit team to ensure efficient communication and workflows.
- Train, mentor, and coach junior staff, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented team environment.
- Ensure the integrity and transparency of financial reporting, addressing critical business issues impacting client results.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- CPA certification required.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in PCAOB audits, specifically within the financial institutions sector.
- Expertise in auditing financial services entities, including private equity funds, hedge funds, banks, broker-dealers, and 11-Ks.
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP, SOX 404, and PCAOB standards.
- Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple engagements and build client relationships.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
- Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
Salary : $90,000 - $100,000
