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Duffy Kruspodin, LLP
Audit Supervisor - Public Accounting (CPA)
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What they do
An Accounting Supervisor supervises accounting staff, assists with accounting and auditing for a company, and prepares financial reports. Works with other department or operations staff to track expenditures and manage budgets.
$93,649 / year median in California
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Audit Supervisor - Public Accounting (CPA)Join a well-established public accounting firm in Southern California where a $100,000-$130,000 salary, 100% employer-paid medical coverage, and a direct track to Audit Manager are waiting for an experienced audit professional ready to supervise engagements and guide team performance.
What you'll doSupervise complex audit engagements from initial planning through final sign-off, managing job economics, client timelines, and team deliverables.
Review, evaluate, and approve staff and senior work papers, providing targeted technical feedback that maintains firm quality control standards.
Address complex US GAAP, GAAS, and financial reporting issues, drafting detailed technical memos and actionable internal control management letters.
Manage primary client relationships, collaborating directly with Controllers, CFOs, and board members to communicate findings and progress.
Monitor overall engagement profitability, WIP, and scope variations, making real-time resource adjustments alongside partners and managers.
Lead internal staff development, including technical training sessions, formal performance reviews, and mentorship of rising seniors and associates.
Actively participate in campus recruiting, onboarding, and practice management initiatives to support firm expansion.
What you need4+ years of recent public accounting audit experience, with demonstrated supervisory capabilities.
Active CPA license (required).Deep expertise in US GAAP, GAAS, and financial statement review standards across diverse industries.
Advanced proficiency with CCH Engagement (or comparable paperless audit software) and Excel financial modeling.
Proven track record of managing multiple concurrent engagement deadlines and supervising audit teams.
Ability to work 55+ hours per week during peak audit seasons (January-April and summer).Nice to havePrior leadership experience on ERISA employee benefit plan audits or Single Audits (Uniform Guidance).Familiarity with CCH Knowledge Coach, CCH Axcess, TeamMate Analytics, or ProStaff.
Active involvement in proposal preparation, networking, or business development activities.
Pay & benefitsBase salary: $100,000-$130,000 depending on experience.
Apply directly through this posting with your resume. Qualified applicants will be contacted within five business days for a brief introductory call.
Benefits
What you'll doSupervise complex audit engagements from initial planning through final sign-off, managing job economics, client timelines, and team deliverables.
Review, evaluate, and approve staff and senior work papers, providing targeted technical feedback that maintains firm quality control standards.
Address complex US GAAP, GAAS, and financial reporting issues, drafting detailed technical memos and actionable internal control management letters.
Manage primary client relationships, collaborating directly with Controllers, CFOs, and board members to communicate findings and progress.
Monitor overall engagement profitability, WIP, and scope variations, making real-time resource adjustments alongside partners and managers.
Lead internal staff development, including technical training sessions, formal performance reviews, and mentorship of rising seniors and associates.
Actively participate in campus recruiting, onboarding, and practice management initiatives to support firm expansion.
What you need4+ years of recent public accounting audit experience, with demonstrated supervisory capabilities.
Active CPA license (required).Deep expertise in US GAAP, GAAS, and financial statement review standards across diverse industries.
Advanced proficiency with CCH Engagement (or comparable paperless audit software) and Excel financial modeling.
Proven track record of managing multiple concurrent engagement deadlines and supervising audit teams.
Ability to work 55+ hours per week during peak audit seasons (January-April and summer).Nice to havePrior leadership experience on ERISA employee benefit plan audits or Single Audits (Uniform Guidance).Familiarity with CCH Knowledge Coach, CCH Axcess, TeamMate Analytics, or ProStaff.
Active involvement in proposal preparation, networking, or business development activities.
Pay & benefitsBase salary: $100,000-$130,000 depending on experience.
PTO:
160 hours (4 weeks) accrued from day one.Medical:
100% employer-paid PPO for the employee (Delta Dental PPO and VSP Vision also 100% employer-paid).Financial & Insurance:
HSA/FSA pre-tax options; 401(k) with company match; 100% firm-paid Long-Term Disability; firm-paid Life/AD&D (1x salary up to $100,000).Location & scheduleOffices:
San Diego, CA or Woodland Hills, CAWork model: HybridEmployment type: Full-time, exemptAbout & how to applyWe are a multi-office public accounting firm serving clients across audit, tax, and advisory in industries ranging from nonprofit to financial services. We invest in professional development, support continuous leadership growth, and promote from within.Apply directly through this posting with your resume. Qualified applicants will be contacted within five business days for a brief introductory call.
Benefits