PHA Audit Manager

The Manager will manage a variety of audit and other assignments as designated by the Partner. The Manager should function with minimal supervision and increased focus is placed on supervising and mentoring Staff and Senior Accountants, strengthening and developing client relationships, and increasing office profitability. While the position operates within the Firm's broader Tax/Audit practice, the individual in this role will spend the majority of their time supporting governmental and affordable housing clients and developing specialized expertise in PHA, HUD, and compliance-related audit work. This posting is primarily focused on Public Housing Authority (PHA) audit engagements.

Responsibilities

Assume primary responsibility for client engagements, including planning, staffing, timing, technical issues and other decisions; Oversee completion of engagements, including identifying and solving problem areas with minimal oversight; Conduct thorough engagement reviews; Supervise and mentor Senior Accountants and Staff, guiding them in technical areas and identifying professional development opportunities; Complete annual performance evaluations for assigned staff and manage employee performance conversations; Assist Principals and Partners with identifying, meeting with and pursuing new clients; Turn acquired technical knowledge into high value-added opportunities for Firm clients; Promote the Firm's image through conference panels, Firm publications, recruiting events, and in-house and client trainings; Foster collegial relationships with Partners, employees, clients and prospects; Develop, strengthen and grow client relationships through professionalism, responsiveness and a service-oriented approach; Enhance skills in the Firm's focus industries through training courses; Increase office profitability by managing time efficiently for Staff, Senior Accountants and Supervisors; Other duties and projects as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor's degree, preferably in accounting or finance; 5-8 years of experience in public accounting, and/or appropriate balance of education and work experience; Expert understanding of GAAP and U.S. auditing standards; Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Intellectual curiosity; Strong personal, technical and professional judgment; Accurate work performed in a time-efficient manner with strong attention to detail; Strong organizational and follow-through skills; Ability to prioritize a fast-paced, varied workload and manage concurrent and shifting priorities; Ability to accept constructive feedback and make adjustments as directed; Ability to work collaboratively and foster a productive, team-oriented environment; Strong computer skills, including solid skill in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel) and report writing tools; Professional demeanor with co-workers and clients; Ability to gain the confidence of the existing Partner group; Ability to meet internal Firm deadlines (time entry, billing, etc.); Available to work evenings and weekends based on position needs and to travel domestically if required

Nice to have

Advanced degree; CPA license (strongly preferred); Experience with Affordable Housing; Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC); Opportunity Zones (OZ); Renewable Energy Tax Credits (RETC); Historical Tax Credits (HTC); Housing and Urban Development (HUD); New Markets Tax Credits (NMTC); Real Estate; Developers; Partnerships; Housing Authority (HA); Public Housing Authority; Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI); Community Development Entity Certification Applications (CDE); Property Compliance; Nonprofit; Single Audit; Uniform Guidance; A-133; Forecasting; Cost Segregation; Year 15 Exit; Tax-exempt bond and HOME programs

Benefits

Increased number of paid holidays per year; Competitive salaries with continuous review of market conditions; Flexible working hours and work arrangements; Remote and hybrid opportunities; Inclusive workplace with professional growth and development opportunities; Strong growth opportunities; Competitive benefits package; 401(k) package with firm profit-sharing; Discretionary annual bonuses for eligible positions and CPA bonus plan; Emphasis on work-life integration; Dress for your day policy; Resources of a national firm; Employee Resource Groups and affinity groups; Medical, dental, vision, paid time off, life/disability insurance, commuter flex accounts and a 401(k)