Job Description

Audit Manager – Fremont, Nebraska

📍 Fremont, NE | 💼 Public Accounting | 🏢 Onsite (Hybrid Flexibility)

About the Firm

One of Nebraska’s longest-standing CPA firms, with over 80 years of success serving government, nonprofit, and commercial clients. Known for its strong community presence and commitment to client service, this firm offers a stable, collaborative environment led by experienced partners.

Opportunity - They are seeking an Audit Manager to join a well-established team in Fremont, NE. This is a high-impact role with leadership responsibilities, client interaction, and the opportunity to help drive firm growth.

• Work Arrangement: Primarily onsite with some hybrid flexibility
• Travel: 20–30% (mostly local, occasional out-of-state annually)
• Hours:
• Busy Season: Based on audit/tax deadlines
• Off Season: ~40 hours/week

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit engagements across:
• Government entities
• Nonprofits
• Schools and telephone audits
• Provide tax support during busy season (generalist returns)
• Supervise and mentor 2–3 direct reports
• Maintain strong client relationships and deliver high-quality service
• Collaborate with partners on engagement strategy and execution

Qualifications

• 5+ years of audit experience (manager-level preferred)
• CPA required or actively pursuing
• Strong technical audit and client-facing experience
• Experience with tax returns including:
• 1040, 1041, 1120, 1120S, 1065
• Multi-industry exposure (government, nonprofit, education)
• Familiarity with: ProSystems (audit), Lacerte (tax), TaxDome or similar client portals

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $100K – $145K
• Bonus: 5–7% performance-based
• Benefits Include:
• Medical insurance
• 3% retirement contribution

What they Offer

• Established, reputable firm with long-term stability
• Strong community-focused culture
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact at the leadership level
• Direct visibility with partners and clients
• Potential relocation assistance for top candidates

To be considered or learn about other accounting roles, please apply with a resume. If you have any other questions reach out to Kaitlyn with gpac at Kaitlyn.opdahl@gogpac.com! 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.