Audit Partner Focused on Asset Management

The rapid growth in our alternative investment audit practice is creating an exceptional opportunity for an audit partner who is passionate about the industry. Our practice is nationally ranked, and we serve over 3,600 fund clients across an array of asset classes such as hedge funds, private equity, venture capital, private credit, digital currency, and family offices. Fund clients benefit from the ability to tap into an array of fund tax and advisory services which complement our attest offerings.

Cherry Bekaert is ranked among the largest accounting and consulting firms in the country and consistently recognized as a Great Place to Work, Cherry Bekaert delivers innovative advisory, assurance and tax services to our clients. We are proud to foster a collaborative environment focused on enabling your career growth and continuous professional development. Our strategy is to be digitally driven, industry-aligned, and focused on the middle market.

In this highly visible role, you’ll be responsible for helping to lead a team of audit professionals focused on serving investment funds. Other key responsibilities will include:

• Execute the Firm, Industry and Audit Service Line vision, strategy, and goals for the Asset Management audit practice, as well as support other leaders in their execution of the strategic plan.
• Drive industry collaboration, consistency, and education across Service Line, and Markets.
• Participate in driving industry growth through working closely with our Financial Services Industry Leader as well as Audit and Tax leaders. Ensure collaboration through execution of engagements and client service responsibilities that contribute to industry growth and exceptional client service.
• Develop professionals within the practice while building a talent pipeline.
• Help drive economic results throughout the practice as evidenced by key performance indicators.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting. Masters preferred.
• Must be CPA certified and have an active CPA license.
• Minimum of 12 years of fund related audit experience.
• Prior audit experience in the Asset Management sector with a track record of successful advancement.
• The candidate’s strongest traits will be in the areas of communication, collaboration, and exceptional client service.
• Strong leadership and staff development skills.
• Proven success in business development and growth.

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