Audit & Assurance Manager (Hybrid) Talley LLP Orange, California
About the Firm Talley, LLP, and its affiliated entities—Talley Law Group, LLP (“TLG”), Talley Capital Group, LLC (“TCG”), and Talley Wealth Management, LLC (“TWM”) (collectively “Talley”)—is a full-service financial, tax, legal, and consulting organization serving entrepreneurially driven businesses and their owners. Talley partners with clients as business advisors, not just service providers, constantly seeking innovative ways to strengthen their bottom line. Talley, LLP, was founded in 1989, with the mission of helping entrepreneurially driven businesses, their owners, and high net worth individuals, to manage their financial affairs and to achieve their business objectives profitably and efficiently. Our professionals strive to become each client’s Most Trusted Advisor (MTA) by delivering global solutions to our client’s complex challenges and opportunities. Our services include:
Audit & Assurance services, including financial reporting
Tax compliance,
Tax planning, and proactive advice
Business consulting
Estate planning, business planning, M&A, and tax law services delivered through TLG
Outsourced accounting, controller and CFO services
M&A, growth-through-acquisition, and operational consulting delivered through TCG
Talley is a boutique firm with 70+ U.S.-based professionals and 20–30 offshore/outsourced team members. Headquartered in Orange, CA, the firm has grown rapidly, becoming a leading Orange County professional services provider. We embrace a hybrid work culture built on accountability, results, and exceptional client service delivered by professional, motivated individuals.
Position Summary The Assurance Manager will work closely with Audit & Assurance leadership to manage client engagements, lead fieldwork, and support team development. This role requires strong technical expertise, effective project management, and a client-focused mindset. The Assurance Manager serves as a key point of contact for clients and plays a critical role in delivering high-quality audit and assurance services while identifying opportunities to add value through cross-functional collaboration.
Key Responsibilities Engagement Management
Manage audit and assurance engagements from planning through completion
Coordinate timelines, budgets, and deliverables across multiple engagements
Review staff workpapers and ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance
Communicate engagement status, risks, and key issues to senior leadership
Ensure timely completion of deliverables and resolution of review notes
Technical Execution
Plan and perform audit and assurance procedures, including risk assessment and testing
Prepare and review financial statements and related disclosures
Apply GAAP and relevant auditing standards to client engagements
Research and resolve technical accounting and auditing issues
Identify opportunities to improve audit quality and efficiency through technology
Client Service
Build and maintain strong client relationships
Serve as a primary point of contact for day-to-day client communications
Understand client operations, systems, and industry trends
Respond to client inquiries in a timely and professional manner
Identify cross-selling opportunities across Tax, CAS, Consulting, and other service lines
Team Leadership & Development
Supervise, mentor, and develop staff and seniors
Delegate work effectively and provide ongoing feedback
Support training initiatives and encourage professional development
Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment
Process Improvement & Collaboration
Contribute to process improvements and workflow efficiencies
Utilize firm technology and tools (including AI where applicable) to enhance productivity
Collaborate with other departments to deliver integrated client solutions
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required
Active CPA license required
5–8 years of public accounting experience in audit/assurance
Prior experience supervising and reviewing staff work
Strong knowledge of GAAP and auditing standards
Excellent project management and organizational skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
High level of professionalism and client service orientation
Experience with CCH Engagement, Knowledge Coach, and ARM is a plus
Travel
Ability to travel to client sites as needed
Compensation
Competitive and commensurate with experience
Why Talley?
Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture
Exposure to a diverse and sophisticated client base
Opportunity for growth and advancement
Integration across tax, legal, and consulting services
Commitment to innovation, including the use of emerging technologies
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