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Reynolds + Rowella · New Canaan, Connecticut
Position:
Audit Director
Classification:
Full-Time, Exempt
Location/Work Schedule:
Ridgefield, CT (Hybrid) - 3 days on site, 2 days remote
Benefits:
Full Coverage: Medical/Dental/Vision, 401K, life insurance, PTO, etc.
*No agency or recruiter submissions - direct applicants only*
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Healthy Work/Life Balance and Flexibility – Hybrid Work Schedules
Rewarding Working Culture – team building and volunteer events, employee-led committees
Coaching/Mentorship Programs for our staff
Reasonable/Achievable work hours during Tax Season
401K savings plan with company match
Strong Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary/Company Paid Life Insurance, short/long-term disability insurance, Medical FSA and Dependent Care
Generous PTO Program + Paid Holiday Schedule
Tuition / CPA exam & study materials reimbursement, including paid weekly study time
Gym Membership reimbursement
Summer Flex Time/Hours – off Fridays
The Audit Director serves as a key liaison between partners, clients, and professional staff, providing leadership across the firm’s audit practice.
This role is responsible for overseeing audit engagements and related projects, ensuring effective planning, staffing, and execution based on engagement complexity and scope.
The Director leads and develops team members at all levels, with a strong focus on coaching, training, and mentorship.
Serve as the firm’s primary resource for technical audit matters, providing guidance to partners and staff
Oversee the audit department budget, including planning, monitoring performance, and evaluating ROI on technology and initiatives
Lead the selection, implementation, and optimization of audit-related software and tools
Ensure the department maintains access to technical resources and continuing education to stay current with industry developments
Monitor and interpret changes in audit regulations and standards (federal and applicable state), communicating impacts and required process changes to internal teams and clients
Provide regular updates to the partner group on department performance, engagement status, operational issues, and strategic initiatives, including recommended solutions
Identify and drive improvements in efficiency, processes, and overall department performance
Oversee the planning, staffing, and execution of audit engagements, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery
Anticipate engagement risks - address complex issues proactively with both staff and clients
Manage/Track engagement profitability, ensure projects are completed within budget
Coach, mentor, and develop staff across all levels throughout the audit lifecycle
Lead department workforce planning, including forecasting staffing needs and overseeing training initiatives
Provide ongoing performance feedback and establish goals to drive productivity and professional growth
Build/Maintain strong client relationships, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and retention
Collaborate with the tax team to coordinate client service and optimize engagement delivery
Participate in business development, including networking, proposals, promoting firm services
Negotiate engagement scope/fees, including addressing additional billing where appropriate
Promote/Uphold firm policies, procedures, culture, serving as a leader within the organization
Maintain deep knowledge of client businesses and industries to provide high-value insights
Participate in professional and community organizations to enhance the firm’s visibility and support business development efforts
12+ years of progressive public accounting experience with strong focus on auditing privately held companies across diverse industries, including clients ranging from approximately $10 million to $300 million in annual revenue.
Minimum of 3 years of experience at Manager or Senior Manager level within a regional or mid-tier public accounting firm.
Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in accounting
CPA License
Fluency in current audit pronouncements
Demonstrated business development experience, including identifying opportunities, cultivating prospects, and contributing to practice growth.
Strong technical accounting/auditing knowledge with the ability to research, interpret, and apply professional standards.
Experience performing and supervising Audit, Review, Compilation, and Agreed-Upon Procedures (AUP) engagements.
Proven ability to prepare, review, and communicate complex accounting and auditing matters through well-written technical memoranda and client communications.
Exceptional verbal/written communication skills with ability to interact effectively with clients, partners, staff at all levels.
Strong leadership, mentoring, and coaching abilities with a passion for developing and retaining high-performing teams.
Hands-on mindset with willingness to assist engagement teams in detailed audit procedures and testing when necessary.
Demonstrated success in building, managing, expanding long-term client relationships - while delivering client service.
Ability to manage multiple engagements simultaneously while maintaining quality, timeliness, and profitability.
Ability to work overtime from January to March (ranging from 45-55 hours) Occasional overtime work is required throughout the year.
Reynolds + Rowella, LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants with regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements Reynolds + Rowella, LLP complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. This job description indicates in general terms, the type and level of work performed. The duties described are not to be interpreted as being all-inclusive and management reserves the rights to add, modify, change or rescind the tasks as assigned at any time. Nothing in this position description changes the at-will employment relationship existing between the company its employees
Details
| Company | Reynolds + Rowella |
| Location | New Canaan, Connecticut |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | Full-time |
| Salary | $1,40,000 – $2,00,000 / yr |