Audit Manager - privately held commercial businesses

Talent Search PRO ‚Ä¢ Kirkland, Washington ‚Ä¢ Full Time ‚Ä¢ $120,000–$140,000 / year

Posted on Fri, Aug 7, 2026

Audit Manager (Public Accounting)

Location: Kirkland, Washington

Salary: $120,000 - $140,000/year

Advance Your Public Accounting Career with a Firm That Invests in Your Growth

If you're an experienced audit professional who enjoys partnering with privately held businesses and delivering high-quality assurance services, this is an opportunity to grow your career with a respected public accounting firm that values technical excellence, mentorship, and long-term client relationships.

You'll work with a diverse portfolio of closely held, for-profit businesses across multiple industries while building your leadership skills in a collaborative environment. The firm offers competitive compensation, a clear path to advancement, flexible work arrangements during non-peak seasons, and the opportunity to broaden your expertise through complex assurance and advisory engagements.

What You'll Do

• Plan, perform, and review audit and assurance engagements for privately held businesses
• Partner directly with clients to understand their operations and deliver exceptional assurance services
• Review financial statements for compliance with applicable accounting and auditing standards
• Manage multiple client engagements from planning through completion while meeting quality and deadline expectations
• Mentor and develop junior team members
• Collaborate with firm leadership to deliver outstanding client service and strengthen long-term relationships

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
• 5+ years of public accounting experience focused on audit and assurance services
• Experience serving closely held, for-profit small to midsize businesses
• Strong technical knowledge of auditing standards and financial reporting
• Excellent communication, organization, and client relationship skills
• Ability to manage multiple engagements in a fast-paced environment
• CPA license or progress toward obtaining a CPA is preferred
• Leadership or client engagement management experience is a plus

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