Assurance Manager

. Serve as a primary day-to-day contact for clients .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeMcLean • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $98,200 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in audit processes and client relationship management, leveraging advanced communication and project management skills to enhance service delivery. Holds a U.S. CPA license and possesses a strong foundation in accounting and finance principles.

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Audit ExperienceU.S. CPA LicenseProject Management SkillsClient Relationship ManagementTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Accounting ConceptsAuditing ConceptsPerformance FeedbackTraining and DevelopmentField Work Management

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsDedication to TeamworkIntegrityFlexibility

Tools & Technologies

Technology Utilization for Service Delivery

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. CPA LicenseCGFMCDFM

Industry Keywords

Public AccountingClient SatisfactionAudit EngagementAssurance Staff ManagementFederal Practice

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a primary day-to-day contact for clients
Develop knowledge of current issues, professional developments, and business developments relevant to clients' industries
Build client relationships and manage teams
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with audit client personnel
Assess client satisfaction and proactively maintain contact throughout the year
Direct field work and inform supervisors of audit engagement status
Manage assurance staff performance
Apply complex accounting and auditing concepts to client situations
Delegate audit tasks and provide guidance to assurance staff
Provide performance feedback, training, and performance reviews
Contribute ideas and respond to assurance team members' views
Foster an efficient, innovative, and team-oriented work environment
Use technology to learn, share knowledge, and enhance service delivery
Develop understanding of EY service lines and identify opportunities to apply firm services

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree and approximately 5 years of related work experience; or a graduate degree and approximately 4 years of related work experience
Approximately 2 years of audit experience with a public accounting firm
Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
U.S. CPA license
Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret clearance or higher
Excellent project management skills
Advanced written and verbal communication skills
Dedication to teamwork and leadership
Integrity within a professional environment
Flexibility to travel up to approximately 30% for federal practice roles or up to approximately 80% for state, local and education practice roles is preferred
CGFM and/or CDFM is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical and dental coverage
Pension plan
401(k) plan
Flexible vacation policy
EY Paid Holidays
Winter/Summer breaks
Personal/Family Care leave
Other leaves of absence
Professional growth opportunities
Inclusive culture
Reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities