Senior Audit Manager
Schneider Downs • Columbus, Ohio • Full Time
Posted on Tue, Nov 10, 2026
As a trusted advisor in the professional services industry, you know what matters most to clients: Big thinking with a personal focus. You also know what matters most to your own success, including: career growth, work-life flexibility, leadership that cares about your ability to succeed, the opportunity to give and receive one-on-one coaching and mentoring, as well as learning opportunities that inspire professional development. Experience them all at Schneider Downs, where we’ve been providing accounting, tax, consulting, business advisory and wealth management services through our team of innovative thought leaders for over 65 years. Start building a career with people motivated to help you succeed—and enjoy more of what counts.
As a Senior Audit Manager, you will provide best in class audit, consulting and compliance services, as well as oversee day-to-day operations of engagements. In this role, you will work closely with the team to advise clients on various regulatory risks, as well as identify solutions for accounting, audit or other related challenges. This role will maintain relationships with a diverse client base in various industries and assist firm leadership in identifying new opportunities and assist in obtaining new engagements.
We understand the importance of work-life balance. That's why we've embraced a hybrid work model, allowing you to enjoy the flexibility of working from home as well as in the office.
Learn more about what it’s like working at Schneider Downs here: https://tinyurl.com/52t4kshw
WHAT YOU’LL DO
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships on various audit and consulting/compliance engagements
• Demonstrate knowledge of technical accounting and financial reporting standards, applying industry knowledge and expertise
• Lead the development of the audit approach, applying applicable standards and firm audit methodology
• Manage engagement workflow and engagement team resources
• Provide a coordinated client service approach, working with other practice units to provide industry knowledge and insight to clients in a variety of industries
• Review engagement profitability and prepare and analyze monthly billing for assigned engagements
• Demonstrate strong analytical skills and working knowledge of accounting software
• Provide leadership, counseling and career guidance for the development and motivation of the engagement team
• Represent firm and build relationships by attending fundraisers, meetings with prospects/bankers, charitable events, professional organizations, etc.
• Aid in identifying opportunities and developing strategies for entry into new markets and clients
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
Required:
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• Minimum of eight years of public accounting experience
• CPA certification
Preferred:
• Experience serving clients in the construction and/or retail industries
Other:
• Ability to extract, analyze, visualize and present data in a clear and meaningful way
• Strong leadership, training and mentoring skills, with a genuine interest in helping others grow
WHERE CULTURE COUNTS
At Schneider Downs, our culture is our identity. And it’s our culture of care that makes us unique. Even as we grow, we work hard to retain this culture to continuously promote a positive, supportive work environment through our core values: Care & Respect, Integrity, Be Great, Adaptive and We Not Me.
ENJOY MORE OF THE THINGS THAT MATTER MOST
• Competitive compensation
• Insurance, including health, dental, and vision, that begin on day one
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Parental leave, family care leave, and volunteer time
• 401(k) plans and profit sharing
• CPA exam bonus, education assistance program, and pet insurance
A PLACE WHERE INCLUSIVITY COUNTS
Schneider Downs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. We believe a culture of care that celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion contributes to a better company, better client services, and a better world.
AuditFriendly salary estimate
The employer did not post a salary for this role. Based on AuditFriendly's salary intelligence model (comparable live postings, role, seniority, and location), we estimate base pay of $119,000–$158,000 per year (median ~$135,000). This is an AuditFriendly estimate, not an employer-provided figure.
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