Audit Supervisor

Role: Audit Supervisor

Location: Syracuse, NY

Position Type: Full-Time

About Them:

My client serve central New York as a premier public accounting firm, offering accounting, audit, taxation, valuation, and financial consulting services. Located in Syracuse's vibrant Armory Square, they are committed to hiring, developing, and retaining top-tier talent. They also foster a progressive, collaborative culture where technical excellence, client partnership, and professional growth go hand in hand.

Position Overview

They are seeking a skilled and proactive Audit Supervisor with advanced technical skills to join their audit practice.

The Audit Supervisor serves as a key bridge between field staff and engagement managers/partners, leading audit engagements for diverse commercial, non-profit, and middle-market entities. This role is ideal for a licensed CPA with deep knowledge of accounting pronouncements and attestation standards who is passionate about staff development, client management, and practice growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, plan, and execute audit, review, and compilation engagements across a diverse range of client industries.
• Review engagement work papers, financial statements, and disclosures for compliance with US GAAP, GAAS, and professional attestation standards.
• Ensure engagements are completed efficiently, within budget, and in accordance with firm quality control guidelines.
• Address and resolve complex technical accounting and auditing issues encountered during field work.
• Supervise, mentor, and coach audit staff and interns throughout the engagement lifecycle.
• Delegate audit testing procedures, monitor workflow, and provide real-time feedback and performance evaluations.
• Actively participate in firm training, staff development initiatives, and team-building efforts.
• Serve as a primary day-to-day contact for client executives and financial management, building lasting partnerships based on technical expertise and trust.
• Effectively communicate audit findings, internal control recommendations, and technical updates to client leadership.
• Participate in practice development by identifying opportunities to expand firm services to existing and prospective clients.
• Maintain a deep understanding of technical requirements and keep up to date on recent FASB updates, AICPA pronouncements, and regulatory shifts.

Qualifications:

• Active NYS Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required.
• Minimum of 3-6 years of public accounting experience with a strong background in financial statement auditing.
• Advanced technical knowledge of US GAAP, GAAS, and recent accounting pronouncements across multiple industries.
• Proven track record of managing audit engagements and a strong commitment to developing, coaching, and evaluating junior staff.
• Written and verbal communication skills with the ability to summarize complex accounting matters clearly.
• Ability to travel locally for same-day work at client locations as required.