UHY
Audit Principal
Kalamazoo, MI · Principal
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 8 days ago
Business DevelopmentAccountingAuditingLeadershipMentoringPublic Speaking
About the role
- As an Audit Principal, you will hold a pivotal leadership role responsible for driving the strategic direction of our audit practice.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with firm leadership to develop and execute strategies for growth and market expansion
- Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact for high-level audit engagements
- Deliver strategic insights and recommendations to clients for optimizing financial processes, controls, and reporting
- Collaborate with partners and directors to develop comprehensive audit strategies and plans that align with client objectives, risks, and regulatory requirements
- Develop and implement advanced methodologies to enhance the quality and effectiveness of audit engagements
- Assess and manage risks associated with audit engagements, providing expert insights to mitigate potential concerns
Requirements
- Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at a time
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
- CPA license is required
- equivalent certifications are required for IT audit
- Advanced degree (Master's) or additional relevant certifications
- Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the colleague for this job.
Nice to have
- Provide visionary leadership for the audit practice, setting strategic goals, and driving the overall direction of audit services
- Oversee resource allocation, assignment of roles, and development of audit programs
- Serve as the firm's technical expert in audit and assurance, staying current with evolving accounting standards, regulatory changes, and industry trends
- Provide expert guidance to audit teams on complex accounting and auditing matters
- Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and compliance of audit documentation, reports, and conclusions with the highest standards of excellence
- Identify and pursue opportunities to expand the firm's client base and service offerings
- Contribute to the development of innovative strategies, client proposals, presentations, and thought leadership
Skills
- Provide strategic mentorship and coaching to audit managers, seniors, and staff members to cultivate leadership and technical skills
Compensation
- Our compensation is competitive and tailored to reflect the role, qualifications, and expertise of each individual.
Benefits
- Enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment where teamwork is valued.
- Access comprehensive benefits including group health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and generous paid time off (PTO) allowances.
Company info
- UHY is one of the nation's largest professional services firms providing audit, tax, consulting and advisory services to clients primarily in the dynamic middle market.
- We are trailblazers who bring our experience from working within numerous industries to our clients so that we can provide them with a 360-degree view of their businesses.
- Together with our clients, UHY works collaboratively to develop flexible, innovative solutions that meet our clients' business challenges.
- As an independent member of UHY International, we are proud to be a part of a top 20 international network of independent accounting and consulting firms.
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