Audit Manager

Job Description

Position : Manager - Audit

Location : Hyderabad

About alliantgroup :

alliantgroup is a management consulting company with a mission to strengthen American businesses through reinvestment in innovation and job growth. We educate businesses, the industry groups that serve them and the accounting firms that advise them on federal and state credits and incentives that are legislated by our government to keep the U.S. competitive in the global landscape.

We are proud to have helped over 18,000 businesses claim more than $10 billion in tax incentives since we opened our doors in 2002. How do we do this? We hire the brightest talent with the most diverse backgrounds who are obsessed and passionate about making a difference

alliantgroup is headquartered in Houston, Texas with additional offices located in Austin, Boston, Chicago, Indianapolis, New York, Irvine, Sacramento, Washington, D.C.; and Bristol and London in the U.K.

alliantgroup India Talent Pvt. Ltd :

alliantgroup has set up a world-class office in Hyderabad for providing Tax, Advisory and Audit services to US clients in an Offshore model.

Job Summary :

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Audit Manager to join our growing audit practice in India. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and executing US audit engagements for a variety of clients of our clients. You will work closely with our US-based audit teams to ensure the timely and successful completion of audits.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Engagement Management

Plan, execute, and oversee audit engagements for ourclients in compliance with US GAAP, US GAAS, and other applicable standards.

Review and finalize audit workpapers, financial statements, and other deliverables.

Ensure timely completion of audit engagements while maintaining high-quality standards.

Team Leadership and Development

Lead, mentor, and manage a team of audit professionals, providing guidance and technical expertise.

Conduct performance evaluations, provide constructive feedback, and identify training needs for team members.

Foster a collaborative and high-performance work environment

Client Relationship Management

Serve as the primary point of contact for our clients, ensuring clear communication and understanding of client expectations.

Build and maintain strong client relationships to ensure satisfaction and raving fans.

Address client queries and concerns promptly and professionally.

Technical Expertise and Compliance

Stay updated on changes in US GAAP, US GAAS, and other relevant regulations.

Provide technical guidance to the team on complex accounting and auditing issues.

Ensure compliance with all applicable standards and firm policies.

Qualifications & Experience :

Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA - US) designation is required.

Minimum of 5 years of progressive audit experience in a public accounting firm, with at least 1-2 years in a managerial role.

Experience working on US audit engagements and a strong understanding of US GAAP, GAAS, and PCAOB standards is highly preferred.

Experience working on NFP audits and Employee Benefit Plan audits is a plus.

Proven track record of successfully managing multiple audit engagements and teams simultaneously.

Skills & Competencies :

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to interact effectively with US-based colleagues and clients.

Strong leadership and team management skills, with a passion for developing and mentoring junior staff.

Exceptional project management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Proficient in the use of audit software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.