Audit Principal

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Kalamazoo, MI, USA
In-Office
Expert/Leader
Professional Services • Consulting
The Role
Provide strategic leadership of the audit practice, manage key client relationships, develop audit strategies, oversee audit execution and quality control, mentor and develop staff, drive business development, manage engagement risks, and represent the firm in thought leadership.
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JOB SUMMARYAs an Audit Principal, you will hold a pivotal leadership role responsible for driving the strategic direction of our audit practice. Your extensive experience in audit and assurance, combined with exceptional leadership skills, will shape the firm's commitment to delivering exceptional client service, maintaining the highest standards of quality, and fostering the growth of our audit professionals.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Practice Leadership

  • Provide visionary leadership for the audit practice, setting strategic goals, and driving the overall direction of audit services

  • Collaborate with firm leadership to develop and execute strategies for growth and market expansion

Client Relationship Management

  • Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact for high-level audit engagements

  • Deliver strategic insights and recommendations to clients for optimizing financial processes, controls, and reporting

Audit Planning and Strategy

  • Collaborate with partners and directors to develop comprehensive audit strategies and plans that align with client objectives, risks, and regulatory requirements

  • Oversee resource allocation, assignment of roles, and development of audit programs

Audit Execution, Review and Technical Expertise

  • Serve as the firm's technical expert in audit and assurance, staying current with evolving accounting standards, regulatory changes, and industry trends

  • Provide expert guidance to audit teams on complex accounting and auditing matters

Team Development and Mentorship

  • Foster a culture of continuous learning, professional growth, and excellence within the audit practice

  • Provide strategic mentorship and coaching to audit managers, seniors, and staff members to cultivate leadership and technical skills

Quality Control and Assurance

  • Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and compliance of audit documentation, reports, and conclusions with the highest standards of excellence

  • Develop and implement advanced methodologies to enhance the quality and effectiveness of audit engagements

Business Development

  • Identify and pursue opportunities to expand the firm's client base and service offerings

  • Contribute to the development of innovative strategies, client proposals, presentations, and thought leadership

Risk Management

  • Assess and manage risks associated with audit engagements, providing expert insights to mitigate potential concerns

  • Ensure strict compliance with regulatory standards and firm policies

Thought Leadership

  • Contribute to the advancement of the audit profession through thought leadership, speaking engagements, and industry participation

  • Share insights and expertise to enhance the firm's reputation and industry influence

Supervisory responsibilities

  • Will supervise subordinate team members

Work environment

  • Work is conducted in a professional office environment with minimal distractions

Physical demands

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and performing work in front of a computer screen for long periods of time

  • Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at a time

Travel required

  • Travel may be frequent and unpredictable, depending on client’s needs

Required education and experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field

  • 10+ years of relevant experience

  • 8+ years of relevant audit experience within a CPA firm, with progressive leadership responsibilities

  • CPA license is required; equivalent certifications are required for IT audit

  • Responsible for completing the minimum CPE credit requirement

  • Specific positions may require additional industry or specialization certifications

Preferred education and experience

  • Advanced degree (Master's) or additional relevant certifications

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the colleague for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

WHO WE ARE

UHY is one of the nation’s largest professional services firms providing audit, tax, consulting and advisory services to clients primarily in the dynamic middle market. We are trailblazers who bring our experience from working within numerous industries to our clients so that we can provide them with a 360-degree view of their businesses. Together with our clients, UHY works collaboratively to develop flexible, innovative solutions that meet our clients’ business challenges. As an independent member of UHY International, we are proud to be a part of a top 20 international network of independent accounting and consulting firms.

WHAT WE OFFER

POSITIVE WORK ENVIRONMENT

Enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment where teamwork is valued.

ATTRACTIVE COMPENSATION PACKAGES

Our compensation is competitive and tailored to reflect the role, qualifications, and expertise of each individual.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE

Access comprehensive benefits including group health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and generous paid time off (PTO) allowances.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
  • 10+ years of relevant experience
  • 8+ years of audit experience within a CPA firm with progressive leadership responsibilities
  • CPA license (equivalent certifications required for IT audit)
  • Completion of minimum CPE credit requirement
  • Advanced degree (Master's) or additional relevant certifications
  • Specific positions may require additional industry or specialization certifications

UHY-US Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about UHY-US and has not been reviewed or approved by UHY-US.

  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability, with some locations citing strong employer contributions. Consultant materials also outline multiple plan choices and HSA access.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off includes paid holidays and accrued PTO, and consultant roles are eligible for time-and-a-half overtime. Local write-ups also reference full maternity and paternity leaves in at least one market.
  • Retirement Support — Savings options include a 401(k) with pre-tax, after-tax, and Roth features. Feedback suggests retirement benefits are viewed favorably in some cases.

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The Company
HQ: Farmington Hills, IL
2,033 Employees
Year Founded: 2000

What We Do

UHY is one of the nation’s largest professional services firms providing audit, tax, consulting and advisory services to clients primarily in the dynamic middle market. We are trailblazers who bring our experience from working within numerous industries to our clients so that we can provide them a 360-degree view of their businesses. Together with our clients, UHY works collaboratively to develop flexible, innovative solutions that meet our clients’ business challenges. As an independent member of UHY International, we are proud to be a part of a top 20 international network of independent accounting and consulting firms. Firm Disclaimer ©2025 UHY LLP. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. “UHY” is the brand name under which UHY LLP and UHY Advisors, Inc. provide professional services. The two firms operate as separate legal entities in an alternative practice structure. UHY LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that performs attest services. UHY Advisors, Inc. provides tax and business consulting services through subsidiary entities. UHY Advisors, Inc. and UHY LLP are U.S. members of Urbach Hacker Young International Limited (UHY International), a UK company, and form part of the international UHY network of legally independent accounting and consulting firms. Any services described herein are provided by UHY Advisors, Inc. and/or UHY LLP (as the case may be) and not by UHY International or any other member firm of UHY International. Neither UHY International nor any member of UHY International has any liability for services provided by other members. On this website, (i) the term "our firm", "we" and terms of similar import, denote the alternative practice structure conducted by UHY LLP and UHY Advisors, Inc. and its subsidiary entities, and (ii) the term "UHYI" denotes the UHY international network, in each case as more fully described in the preceding paragraph.

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