Assurance Manager – Retail

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

. Plan, supervise, and control all phases of regular client services .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $110,000 - $194,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing assurance engagements, including financial statement preparation, audits, and client relationship management. Proven leadership in mentoring team members and overseeing compliance with internal controls and audit programs.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Public Accounting ExperienceFinancial Statement PreparationCPA LicenseLeadership and MentoringClient Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

AuditReviewCompilationInternal ControlsEngagement BudgetingAssurance EngagementsFinancial Analysis

Soft Skills

Decision-MakingCommunicationTeam Development

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA License

Industry Keywords

Retail IndustryClient ServicesEngagement Principal

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan, supervise, and control all phases of regular client services
Plan timing, staffing, and execution of assurance engagements
Lead decision-making for assigned engagements and keep the Engagement Principal informed
Recruit, develop, evaluate, and mentor team members
Supervise engagement letters, client discussions, fee estimates, and signatures
Evaluate and revise internal controls and audit programs
Monitor engagement budgets and deadlines
Communicate developments, conclusions, and recommendations to the Engagement Principal
Manage client relationships and prepare final client meetings

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field required
6+ years of public accounting experience with emphasis in financial statement preparation, audits, reviews, and compilations
Current CPA license required
Experience in Retail Industry
Ability to travel to client sites, potentially requiring overnight travel
Demonstrated ability to manage client relationships
Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Wellness benefits supporting physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being
Career growth opportunities