At Sax Advisory Group, LLC we are driven by our ability to turn every client’s dream into a reality. We are a forward-thinking multi-disciplinary accounting, tax, and advisory firm serving the needs of closely held companies, family-owned businesses, not-for-profit entities, government, and high-net-worth individuals. We are dedicated to providing an environment that offers growth, stability and advancement opportunities, in a team member driven culture where contributions are recognized and rewarded. We have everything you need for a dynamic career!
We are actively seeking a full-time Quality Control Manager to join our growing Audit & Accounting team! This role is remote-based within the U.S. for candidates outside of the NJ/NYC area.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Quality Control Manager is responsible for the oversight of the firm’s quality control function related to the audit practice. The ideal candidate will also have oversight of the review of financial statements, inspection of engagements, and be responsible for maintaining quality control documents. They will oversee all scheduling and lead and develop internal training and continuing education programs.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required; a Master’s degree is preferred
• CPA License is preferred
• Minimum of 2-4 years of progressive audit experience in a mid-size to large public accounting firm
• Audit and accounting experience in variety of industries
• Familiarity with Private Companies Practice Section (PCPS), Center for Audit Quality (CAQ), Center for Plain English Accounting (CPEA), Employee Benefit Plan Audit quality Center (EBPAQC), Government Audit Quality Center (GAQC) and broker dealer
• Prior experience in a Quality Control position is a plus
• Experience in participation in committees in professional organizations such as AICPA, CPA Society, etc.

SKILLS:

• Outstanding written, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Excellent analytical, technical, and auditing skills
• Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast-paced and results based environment
• Strong leadership, business development, training, coaching and mentoring skills

• Point of contact during the firm’s peer review process
• Ensure timely completion of annual registration with AICPA quality centers
• Advise and make presentations on technical accounting issues
• Evaluate existing accounting and auditing policies and procedures
• Prepare client education forms on new revenue and leasing standards
• Review of certain file documents such as planning, engagement letters, risk assessments, attorney and engagement letters and communications with the government
• Establish of guidelines for acceptance of new attest engagements
• Consult with engagement leader on client issues requiring a concurring opinion and threatened litigation
• Periodic review of Accounting Services’ compliance with compilation and preparation documentation
• Maintain open door policy with all levels of team members regarding client technical and audit issues
• Review daily postings to technical updates from AICPA and disseminate to appropriate groups as applicable
• Follow developments related to engagement quality as reported by AICPA, Center for Audit Quality
• Evaluate reporting of proposed and passed adjusting journal entries
• Oversee annual process of obtaining independence verification from the professional staff
• Attend annual AICPA NAAATS conference and/or other technical conferences to maintain highest level of technical knowledge for the firm
• Oversee all scheduling of engagements
• Oversee and develop internal training and continue education programs