Assurance Manager- Construction & Real Estate

Accountabilities:: You will manage assurance engagements, oversee team performance, maintain strong client relationships, and contribute to the strategic development of the construction and real estate practice. Lead assurance engagements for regional construction contractors and real estate entities, including engagements required by bonding companies, lenders, and other stakeholders. Define engagement strategies and develop audit and review plans, ensuring that objectives, budgets, timelines, and deliverables remain on track. Oversee technical engagement areas, including job costing, long-term contract accounting, and revenue recognition. Review staff workpapers and ensure the quality and accuracy of engagement documentation and financial reporting. Manage day-to-day client relationships and communicate findings, recommendations, and financial reporting requirements to clients and relevant stakeholders. Prepare and issue review reports and financial statements in accordance with applicable AICPA Statements on Standards for Accounting and Review Services (SSARS). Support process improvements and contribute to initiatives that strengthen engagement delivery and team effectiveness. Serve as the primary manager of the construction practice, partnering with the practice's lead partner to develop service offerings, expand the client base, and build team capacity. Coordinate with the tax team on shared construction and real estate clients and their owners to align information requests, deliverables, and deadlines. Develop and maintain strong client relationships while identifying business development opportunities within the regional construction and real estate markets. Supervise, mentor, train, and evaluate assurance staff, supporting their technical development and professional growth. Conduct periodic performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to improve individual and team performance. Help establish training resources and industry-specific processes as the practice grows. Requirements: The ideal candidate is a qualified accounting professional with strong assurance experience, sound technical judgment, and the leadership skills needed to manage client engagements and develop a specialized practice. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credential. Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. At least 5 years of public accounting experience performing and/or managing assurance engagements. Hands-on experience managing assurance engagements for for-profit clients. Strong knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and AICPA standards for review engagements (SSARS) and attestation engagements. Demonstrated ability to lead project teams, manage engagement priorities, and deliver high-quality client service. Experience managing client relationships and communicating effectively with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders. High standards of integrity and professionalism. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal abilities, and customer service orientation. Strong time management, project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Preferred qualifications include: Experience serving construction industry clients, particularly small and midsized regional contractors, subcontractors, and real estate entities. Strong understanding of construction accounting, including job costing, long-term contract accounting, revenue recognition methods, AIA-style progress billing, and retainage. Familiarity with surety, bonding, and lender reporting requirements for construction businesses. Experience working with commercial and residential real estate entities. Familiarity with construction accounting and job-cost software. Demonstrated experience performing and managing assurance engagements. Interest in developing a specialized practice, including mentoring staff and building industry-specific expertise. An entrepreneurial mindset and enthusiasm for contributing to practice growth and service development. Benefits: Health coverage: Medical, dental, vision, and voluntary insurance options. Paid time off: Competitive paid time off package. Retirement savings: 401(k) plan with employer matching. Work flexibility: Flexible and hybrid work arrangements. Performance incentives: Performance-based bonus opportunities. Career advancement: Opportunities for professional growth and advancement. Equity opportunities: Potential equity participation for entrepreneurial employees. Collaborative culture: Firm events and community involvement initiatives. Leadership opportunities: The chance to help build and lead a growing construction practice alongside an established partner.