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Audit Manager in Ridgeland

Date Posted: 22 October 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

Audit Manager

Location: Ridgeland, MS

Overview

A large national accounting and advisory firm is seeking an Assurance Manager in the Jackson, Mississippi area (Ridgeland). You will supervise, direct and review audit work through planning, fieldwork and wrap-up, and take part in marketing, networking and business development.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise the audit team, review workpapers and conclusions and provide on-the-job training
  • Assess internal control over financial reporting and recommend improvements
  • Advise clients on new accounting pronouncements and draft complex financial statements and disclosures
  • Review SEC filings and Section 404 internal control work where applicable
  • Plan and oversee the audit process with quality and efficiency
  • Prepare required communications to management and audit committees
  • Supervise, schedule and coach associates and senior associates
  • Manage engagement profitability, billings and collections

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required (Accounting, Finance, Economics or Statistics preferred); Master's in Accountancy preferred
  • 5+ years of relevant audit or public accounting experience
  • Significant prior supervisory experience
  • Active US CPA license required
  • Sound GAAP and GAAS knowledge; familiarity with SEC and PCAOB rules

If you are interested in connecting further about this opportunity or other public accounting opportunities, please apply here or email me directly at austin.eppard@gogpac.com or call/text (605) 872-5131.

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.

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