Manager, Audit – Real Estate, Affordable Housing

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. Lead and manage multiple audit engagements and client projects simultaneously, ensuring quality, accuracy, and timely delivery .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeWalnut Creek • California • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing audit engagements and client projects while ensuring quality and timely delivery. Possesses strong analytical capabilities in financial statements and data, alongside effective communication and leadership skills to mentor audit staff and drive business development.

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Active CPA LicensePublic Accounting ExperienceFinancial Statement AnalysisClient Relationship ManagementAudit Engagement Leadership

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Hard Skills

Audit ManagementFinancial Data AnalysisBusiness DevelopmentCoaching and MentoringProject Management

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationInitiativeDecision MakingRelationship BuildingTeam Leadership

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA LicenseBachelor's Degree in Accounting

Industry Keywords

Real EstateAffordable HousingPublic AccountingAudit EngagementsClient Projects

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage multiple audit engagements and client projects simultaneously, ensuring quality, accuracy, and timely delivery
Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, partners, and staff
Communicate engagement expectations, status updates, and key outcomes clearly and proactively
Manage, coach, and develop audit staff
Provide ongoing guidance and performance feedback to support professional growth
Build and maintain strong, lasting relationships with clients and colleagues
Contribute to business development efforts by identifying opportunities to expand firm services and originate new client relationships
Lead high-impact client engagements across diverse industries
Mentor and develop the next generation of audit professionals
Gain visibility into firm-wide growth initiatives and business development strategy

Requirements

What you’ll need

Developed specialties in Real Estate and Affordable Housing
Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
Active CPA license required
4–7 years of experience in public accounting
Strong analytical capabilities related to financial statements and financial data
Effective written and verbal communication skills with clients and colleagues
Demonstrated ability to take initiative, lead independently, and make sound decisions
Master's degree in Accounting or related field preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
401k with Profit Sharing
9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
Top rated wellness program
Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options
Competitive compensation
Growth opportunities and continuous learning
Collaborative culture and work/life balance