Name
Senior Manager, Assurance
Posting Title
Senior Manager, Assurance
Date Published
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
Job Category
Audit/Assurance
Office
Madison WI (Forvis)
Advertised Location
US-WI-Madison
Description & Requirements
Step into a leadership role as a Senior Assurance Manager where your expertise will drive impact across an expanding portfolio in the manufacturing and technology sector. This is your chance to shape strategy, mentor top talent, and grow with the firm while we grow with you.
What You Will Do:
- Manage the planning and execution of audit engagements, ensuring effective coordination of fieldwork, timely completion of procedures, and adherence to professional standards and client expectations.
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) to ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance with regulatory standards, and the identification of discrepancies or risks
- Conduct in-depth research on complex accounting and audit matters, apply insights to client engagements, and communicate findings clearly through well-structured written reports.
- Review audit workpapers to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with professional standards, while identifying risks and issues through thorough documentation and defensible support.
- Lead presentations for audit committees and board meetings with clarity, confidence, and strategic insight.
- Drive client service excellence by setting high standards for responsiveness and quality, fostering long-term relationships as a trusted advisor and strategic partner in client success.
- Support client growth and retention through strategic planning and business development.
- Mentor and manage assurance professionals, providing coaching, performance feedback, and career development support to build a high-performing, collaborative team.
- Manage resources, budgets, and project workflows to resolve scheduling conflicts and ensure the timely, cost-effective delivery of client engagements
- Maintain technical expertise through ongoing Continuing Professional Education (CPE), ensuring compliance and staying ahead of industry trends and regulatory changes.
- Represent the firm at industry events and networking forums, enhancing brand visibility and cultivating new business opportunities.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field
- 7+ years of relevant audit experience
- Current and valid CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to work a hybrid schedule, typically averaging three days per week in the assigned office
- Flexibility to travel for client engagements and internal meetings. Travel may include overnight stays.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's Degree in related field
- Experience with Caseware software for financial reporting and audit documentation
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Forvis Mazars, LLP
Sep 10, 2025