Audit & Assurance Manager

Wilkins Miller is looking to add a driven, innovative, and adaptable Audit & Assurance Manager to our award-winning team. As the largest accounting and advisory firm headquartered in the Mobile Bay region, we are committed to helping our team members and clients achieve their goals. Our commitment to our people has earned national and regional recognition, including Accounting Today's Best Firms to Work For, Best Firms for Young Accountants, Best Firms for Women, and Business Alabama's Best Companies to Work For in Alabama.

How do we stand out? Community service hours to focus on other passions, flexibility to balance life outside the office, opportunities to grow your career, generous paid time off, additional holidays, annual team planning sessions focused on strategy, and a commitment to the continued development and growth of our team, clients, and firm, all within a culture focused on helping people Achieve.

About the Role

As an Audit & Assurance Manager, you will serve as a trusted advisor to clients while leading engagement teams and overseeing the delivery of high-quality assurance services. This role provides the opportunity to work with a diverse client base, mentor emerging professionals, and contribute to the continued growth of the firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead audit, review, and assurance engagements from planning through completion, ensuring quality, efficiency, and compliance with professional standards.

• Manage engagement budgets, staffing, timelines, and client deliverables while meeting profitability and service expectations.

• Review financial statements, workpapers, and engagement documentation, providing technical guidance and support to engagement teams.

• Identify process improvements and implement best practices to enhance engagement effectiveness and client service.

• Mentor, develop, and supervise staff through coaching, delegation, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities.

• Build and maintain strong client relationships by serving as a trusted advisor and communicating complex issues in a clear, practical manner.

• Assist clients in resolving accounting, auditing, and business challenges by providing sound recommendations and solutions.

• Collaborate with firm leadership and other service areas to identify opportunities to expand client relationships and support business development efforts.

• Participate in networking, professional organizations, and community activities that enhance the firm's visibility and growth.