Audit & Assurance Manager

Location: Remote (Mexico-based candidates)
Position Type: Full-time
Salary: Gross monthly salary of $4,000–$5,000 USD (based on experience and certification)
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8am–4pm or 9am–5pm (Eastern Time, flexible)

About the Opportunity

Talentum Union has partnered with a U.S.-based accounting firm specializing in Nonprofit organizations. The firm is recognized for delivering high-quality audit, assurance, and advisory services with a strong emphasis on accuracy, transparency, and long-term client relationships.

As part of a growing remote team, you’ll work in a professional, collaborative environment that values ownership, continuous improvement, and leadership development. This is a long-term opportunity with direct client exposure and team leadership responsibility as the firm continues to expand.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Audit & Assurance Manager to lead audit engagements from planning through issuance. This role will primarily focus on nonprofit audits, with additional exposure to reviews and audits of for-profit entities and governmental organizations.

The Manager will be responsible for overseeing engagement execution, reviewing workpapers, training and supervising staff, and serving as a key point of contact for clients.

This position requires strong technical expertise in audit and assurance services, leadership skills, and the ability to manage multiple engagements while maintaining high-quality standards and client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Audit & Assurance Leadership

• Lead audit engagements from planning to completion, including risk assessment, materiality determination, and audit strategy development.
  
• Perform and document technical accounting research as needed.
  
• Ensure audits are conducted in accordance with GAAP and applicable standards.
• Prepare and/or review financial statements and related disclosures.
• Oversee compliance with applicable regulatory requirements (including nonprofit and grant-related requirements where applicable).
• Ensure timely issuance of audit reports.

Review & Supervision

• Review workpapers prepared by staff and seniors for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with firm standards.
• Provide clear, constructive feedback and training to staff.
• Monitor engagement budgets and timelines to ensure efficiency and profitability.
• Identify process improvements and implement best practices.
• Support quality control procedures and internal firm standards.

Client Management

• Serve as primary or secondary point of contact for clients during engagements.
• Communicate audit findings, internal control observations, and recommendations clearly and professionally.
• Coordinate client requests and ensure timely follow-up.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Advisory & Grant Support (Limited Portion of Role)

• Provide advisory support related to grant compliance and financial reporting.
• Assist clients with grant reporting requirements and documentation.
• Support clients in strengthening internal controls related to grant funding.
  

Qualifications

Required

• CPC (Mexico); CPA (U.S.) preferred or significant experience auditing U.S. companies/nonprofits.
• 5+ years of professional accounting experience, preferably supporting U.S.-based clients.
• Experience leading audits to completion.
• Strong understanding of nonprofit accounting and auditing standards.
• Experience reviewing staff work and supervising engagement teams.
• Proficiency in audit documentation and financial statement preparation.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple engagements.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.

Preferred

• Experience auditing nonprofit organizations receiving government or grant funding.
• Experience with governmental audits.
• Experience with single audit requirements (if applicable to firm services).
• Familiarity with grant compliance and reporting.
• Experience mentoring and developing junior staff.

Core Competencies

• Technical excellence in audit and assurance.
• Strong leadership and coaching ability.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Client-focused mindset.
• Ability to work independently and make sound professional judgments.
• Strong time management and deadline management skills.
  

What We Offer

• 100% remote position (work from anywhere in Mexico).
  
• Gross monthly salary: $4,000–$5,000 USD, based on experience and certifications.
• Unlimited PTO (requests over 40 hours require approval).
• Observance of either U.S. or National holidays, based on employee preference or company policy.
• Ongoing professional development, training, and certification support.
• A collaborative, growth-oriented team environment with leadership opportunities.