Assurance Manager

BPM Overview: What does BPM stand for? Innovation, opportunity, community, diversity, inclusivity, flexibility, and so much more. B-P-M stands for “Because People Matter” because, at our core, our people drive everything we do and how we do it. We are a forward-thinking, full-service accounting firm providing modern solutions to businesses worldwide. We focus on comprehensive assurance, tax, and consulting services for our clients and provide our people and our community with the resources to lead meaningful and purposeful lives. While we are one of the largest California-based accounting firms, our flexible work locations and schedules mean we have professionals across the continent. Our teams and our clients drive us to provide quality services and ignite unique insights and ideas that contribute to our continued success. Our clients come from different backgrounds and industries, which keep our people intellectually challenged every day. BPM India Advisory Service Private Limited - Formerly known as “Burr Pilger Mayer India Private Limited”. (BPM India) is a subsidiary of BPM LLP. Founded in 1986, BPM is one of the largest California-based accounting and consulting firms, ranking in the top 50 in the country. With 19 different office locations, BPM serves emerging and mid-cap businesses as well as high-net-worth individuals in a broad range of industries, including financial services, technology, life science, manufacturing, food, wine and craft brewing, automotive, nonprofits, real estate and construction. The Firm’s International Tax Practice is one of the largest on the West Coast and its well-recognized SEC practice serves approximately 32 public reporting companies, mostly in the technology industry. Job Overview: As an Assurance Manager at BPM, you will be expected to manage the engagement team in performing the financial statement audits from planning and testing through the reporting phase, working directly with the clients and the Engagement Partner. The clientele spans a range of industries, including public and private companies, financial services, manufacturing, technology, not-for-profit, etc. Primary Responsibilities: Uphold the highest standards of quality, integrity, independence, and professional skepticis Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, managing relationships, ensuring exceptional responsiveness, and proactive communication Plan and design audit strategies and approaches tailored to clients' industry and risks; ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and accounting standards Manage the end-to-end audit process, including budgeting, scheduling, billing, and resource allocation. Understand engagement economics and ensure compliance with firm-required processes such as assessment of WIP, invoicing, and time entry Present audit findings and recommendations to senior management or audit committees Stay updated on changes in accounting standards, industry regulations, and best practices Oversee and manage a team, providing guidance and support to ensure high-quality audit work that is conducted in accordance with professional standards and firm policies Participate in the firm's growth initiatives by identifying and promoting new ideas and business solutions that result in extended services to existing clients Contribute to proposals and presentations for prospective clients Network with industry professionals and participate in profession Contribute to the development of firm policies and procedures Qualifications and Experience: Minimum 7-8 years of post-qualification experience in public accounting and client management/facing role Chartered accountant/CPA Strong technical accounting knowledge of US GAAP and GAAS; knowledge of IFRS will be an added advantage Exceptional analytical and project management skills Passion for helping clients and the ability to act and lead as the main client contact Excellent ability to balance multiple client engagements and audit teams successfully in a fast-paced environment, adapting to situations as necessary. Strong ability to assess risk and apply technical accounting and auditing skills to engagements, with a keen eye for details Aptitude for technical accounting research and self-education, and the desire for continuous learning Ability to collaborate with teams and own their work product Ability to motivate engagement teams Professional and personable demeanor Exceptional verbal and written communication skills Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite with strong Excel skills 3+ years’ experience in a supervisory role