Assurance Manager or Director - Retail
cliftonlarsonallenLivingston (NJ)
Assurance Manager or Director - Retail
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cliftonlarsonallenLivingston (NJ)
SENIORITY
Manager
About the role
Overview:
As Audit Manager/Director in CLA's Retail Team, you will spearhead planning, execution, and supervision of assurance engagements for retail clients across the Greater New York region. You will lead engagement decisions, develop and mentor staff, and ensure high-quality deliverables while managing client relations. This role sits at the intersection of client service and leadership, shaping audit programs and internal controls improvements. You will work within a collaborative, high-growth culture that values diverse perspectives and cross-location collaboration. Compensation / Benefits health dental vision 401k
Responsibilities:
Plan, supervise, and control all phases of regular audit engagements for assigned clients In-charge responsibility: plan timing, staffing, and execution to deliver value efficiently Lead engagement decisions and keep the Engagement Principal informed of progress Develop and coach staff through recruiting, planning, problem resolution, and professional development Oversee engagement letter preparation, client discussions, fee estimation, and engagement letter execution Evaluate internal controls and audit programs, revise as needed, and obtain Engagement Principal approval Monitor progress against time budgets and deadlines, report developments, and communicate recommendations Maintain ongoing client management and conduct final client meetings
Key requirements:
6+ years of public accounting experience with emphasis in financial statement preparation, audits, reviews, and compilations Current CPA license Retail industry experience Ability to travel to client sites, possibly overnight Proven ability to manage client relationships Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities leadership mentoring effective communication audits and assurances financial statement preparation internal controls evaluation
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