PPG Audit Manager

WHO WE ARE

Elliott Davis pairs forward-thinking tax, assurance and consulting services with industry-leading workplace culture. Our nine offices — located in the fastest growing cities in the US — are built on a foundation of inclusivity, collaboration, and collective growth. We work daily to provide exceptional service to our people, customers, and our communities. Audit and assurance services are provided by Elliott Davis, LLC (doing business in NC and D.C. as Elliott Davis, PLLC), a licensed CPA firm.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly organized and driven Audit Manager who thrives on improving audit processes and delivering high-quality outcomes. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys critical thinking, problem solving, technical research, and collaborating with others to drive audit quality and efficiency. The PPG Audit Manager will play a key role in advancing audit quality and consistency across the firm through technical consultations, methodology development, training initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Consultations: Provide technical consultation support to audit engagement teams by researching accounting, auditing, and risk management matters, developing practical guidance, and collaborating with firm specialists to facilitate timely, high-quality resolution of complex issues.
• Methodology & Quality Initiatives: Manage the maintenance and continuous improvement of the firm's audit methodology, collaborating with industry groups, engagement teams, and PPG leadership to develop, enhance, and implement methodology content, templates, and guidance that promote audit quality and consistency.
• Inflo Content Development: Review, refine, and enhance Inflo content across a variety of industries to ensure accuracy, clarity, consistency, and effective workflow.
• Training & Development: Design and deliver training sessions and develop practical resources, tools, and guidance to support effective audit execution.
• Audit Team Support: Serve as a subject matter expert by responding to Inflo, audit methodology, and related audit execution questions from engagement teams.

Qualifications:

• CPA or equivalent certification required.
• Minimum of 5 years of audit experience, including supervisory or managerial responsibilities.
• Strong understanding of audit methodology and technology platforms.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Sound professional judgment and the ability to identify, assess, escalate, and respond to risks in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Strong technical research and analytical skills.
• Ability to interpret professional standards and translate complex concepts into practical guidance.
• Passion for continuous improvement and innovation in audit practices.

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WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN US

We believe that when our employees are able to thrive in all facets of life, their work and impact are that much greater.
That's right – all aspects of life, not just your life as an employee, because we understand that there's life beyond your job. Here are some of the ways our work works for your life, your growth, and your well-being: 
•    generous time away and paid firm holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s
•    flexible work schedules
•    16 weeks of paid maternity and adoption leave, 8 weeks of paid parental leave, 4 weeks of paid  and caregiver leave (once eligible) 
•    first-class health and wellness benefits, including wellness coaching and mental health counseling
•    one-on-one professional coaching
•    Leadership and career development programs
•    access to Beyond:  a one-of-a kind program with experiences that help you expand your life, personally and professionally

NOTICE TO 3RD PARTY RECRUITERS
Notice to Recruiters and Agencies regarding unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions without prior express written approval. Resumes submitted or candidates referred to any employee of Elliott Davis by any external recruiter or recruitment agency by any means (including but not limited to via Internet, e-mail, fax, U.S. mail, and/or verbal communications) without a properly executed written contract for a specified position by an authorized member of the Talent Acquisition team become the property of Elliott Davis. Elliott Davis will not be responsible for, or owe any fees associated with, referrals of those candidates and/or for submission of any information, including resumes, associated with individuals.
 

ADA REQUIREMENTS
The physical and cognitive/mental requirements and the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:
•    Regularly required to remain in a stationary position; use hands repetitively to operate standard office equipment; and to talk or hear, both in person and by telephone
•    Required to have specific vision abilities which include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Cognitive/Mental Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:
•    Use written and oral communication skills. 
•    Read and interpret data, information, and documents. 
•    Observe and interpret situations. 
•    Work under deadlines with frequent interruptions; and
•    Interact with internal and external customers and others in the course of work.