External Audit Manager

A growing public accounting firm in the Parsippany, New Jersey area is seeking an External Audit Manager to join a collaborative, entrepreneurial team and help lead client engagements in a high-visibility role. This opportunity is ideal for a CPA or CPA-track professional with 5–10 years of progressive public accounting experience, preferably from a small to midsize firm, who wants to stay in public accounting and continue building a long-term career with advancement potential. The role will manage and review financial statement audits, compilations, and reviews; oversee audit planning, fieldwork, and engagement wrap-up; identify and resolve accounting, auditing, and reporting issues; and ensure exceptional service across a diverse client base. This individual will also supervise and mentor staff and seniors, help maintain quality control, support business development efforts, and contribute to broader firm strategy initiatives. The firm is looking for a polished, personable leader with strong communication skills, sound technical audit knowledge, and the ability to build trusted client relationships. A bachelor’s degree in accounting is required, along with experience in GAAP, GAAS, and audit methodology; proficiency with audit and accounting technology is strongly preferred. The position is onsite during training and transitions to a hybrid schedule with approximately 2–3 days per week in the Parsippany office once fully ramped up. Competitive compensation, strong benefits, and additional upside for business development contribution are offered.