SingerLewak is a Top 100 accounting and consulting firm primarily operating in the western region. Serving clients since 1959, SingerLewak has developed a reputation for excellence and expertise in the accounting and management consulting industry. Providing the services of a large firm with a blended environment of practices, services and industry specializations, SingerLewak continues to demonstrate renowned industry leadership year-over-year. The firm takes pride in client service and professional and personal advancement, as demonstrated by our SL forward program which promotes a culture of learning and growth through targeted development and leadership programs and SL Cares, together with a continual focus on client service and technological evolution.
The Manager is the liaison between the Partner, the client, and the professional staff. Managers are responsible for managing multiple auditing and accounting projects and client engagements simultaneously, in addition to scheduling, staffing and coordinating engagement workflow. Managers develop and train staff and make associations to develop new business for the Firm. Managers play a lead role in maintaining client relationships.
Responsibilities
Responsible for managing all phases of an audit or review engagement on multiple engagements at one time
Maintains contact with clients throughout the year; possesses a thorough knowledge of the client and all facets of the client’s operations and control systems; building and maintaining good client relationships
Apprises the engagement Director or Partner of all important developments on the client account; identifies any potential issues on each engagement and recommends solutions
Demonstrates proficiency in technical skills, work quality, and application of professional and Firm standards including those skills necessary for advising clients
Responsible for ensuring engagements are properly scheduled
Obtains and maintains a thorough understanding of SingerLewak’s audit approach
Responsible for creating, tracking and adhering to budgets for assigned Assurance and Advisory engagements; responsible for investigating and explaining budget overruns to Director or Partner and proactively identifying scope expansion opportunities
Anticipates problem areas of engagement and questions that will arise
Reviews financial statements and other client deliverables
Directs, trains, supervises and reviews the work performed by senior accountants and staff accountants
Plays a pivotal role in staff performance evaluations, reviews and periodic counseling
Participates in the Firm’s Business Development efforts
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
At least five years of experience in public accounting - specifically in the public sector, including auditing state and local governments (i.e., cities, counties, special districts, charter schools, etc.)
Holds a current and valid CPA license
Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to be a team leader and work as an effective member of a team
Ability to prioritize and complete assignments and efficiently and effectively meet deadlines
Possesses thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in the United States, (U.S. GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards
Significant experience conducting audits in accordance with General Accepted Governmental Auditing Standards (GAGAS/Yellow Book), Generally Accepted Audit Standards (GAAS) and the Uniform Guidance
Cooperative and responsive to training, supervision and constructive feedback
Ability to direct, review and train staff, experienced staff and seniors
Exposure to conducting audits of not-for-profit organizations
Working Conditions
Hybrid working environment (work from home, firm office or client location) as needed to services the clients appropriately and train staff
Same day travel for work at clients’ offices, meetings, and seminars, as needed
Out-of-town travel with overnight stay for work at clients, meetings, or seminars
Overtime work expected as needed throughout the year, with concentration of overtime work expected August through February
SingerLewak is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
