Manager, Assurance Technology and Innovation

Work with a nationally ranked CPA and advisory firm that is passionate for what's next. Aprio has 22 U.S. office locations, one in the Philippines and more than 2,100 team members that speak 60+ languages across the globe. By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them. Discover a top-rated culture, vast growth opportunities and your next big career move with Aprio.

Join Aprio's Assurance Operations team and you will help clients maximize their opportunities.  Aprio is a progressive, fast-growing firm looking for a Manager, Assurance Technology and Innovation to join their dynamic team.

The Manager – Assurance Technology & Innovation will play a key role on the assurance operations team, managing the assurance tech stack, leading AI innovations, and driving software adoption. The specialist will evaluate new audit tools, monitor industry trends, and collaborate on reporting and KPI tracking to boost software usage and efficiency. This role will partner with the assurance operations team to ensure all new processes are documented and rolled out effectively and create reporting and dashboards to monitor software utilization. Ideally, the candidate will have an audit background and may work part-time with the audit team to stay up to date with industry practices.

• Develop best practices and improvement ideas for technology and software across the Assurance practice. 
• Serve as an application champion for new and existing Assurance software. 
• Focus on AI utilization and innovations within the accounting field. 
• Develop processes for tracking software usage, identifying KPIs, and collaborating on reporting to develop dashboards. 
• Determine ways to increase software adoption across the Assurance practice. 
• Participate in evaluating and piloting new audit software tools. 
• Contribute to the selection of fields and metrics from CaseWare/Sherlock needed for reporting. 
• Monitor industry trends and competitor advancements in audit technology. 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, information technology, or a related field.  
• At least 3-5 years of experience in the audit or assurance industry.  
• Ability to work part-time with the audit team to maintain industry knowledge (preferred). 
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Strong understanding of AI technologies and their application in the accounting field. 
• Proficiency in Assurance software, especially in tools like DataSnipper and CaseWare. 
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams. 
• Up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and competitor advancements in audit technology. 
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. 

Why work for Aprio:

Whether you are just starting out, looking to advance into management or searching for your next leadership role, Aprio offers an opportunity to grow with a future-focused, innovative firm.

Perks/Benefits we offer for full-time team members:

- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment

- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account

- 401k with Profit Sharing

- 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure

- Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers

- Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion

- Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance

- Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales

- Top rated wellness program

- Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options

What’s in it for you:

- Working with an industry leader: Be part of a high-growth firm that is passionate for what’s next.

- An awesome culture: Thirty-one fundamental behaviors guide our culture every day ensuring we always deliver an exceptional team-member and client experience.  We call it the Aprio Way.  This shared mindset creates lasting relationships between team members and with clients.

- A great team: Work with a high-energy, passionate, caring and ambitious team of professionals in a collaborative culture.

- Entrepreneurship: Have the freedom to innovate and bring your ideas to help us grow to become the CPA firm of choice nationally.

- Growth opportunities: Grow professionally in an environment that fosters continuous learning and advancement.

- Competitive compensation: You will be rewarded with competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits and a flexible work environment to enjoy work/life balance.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Aprio is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Aprio, LLP and Aprio Advisory Group, LLC, operate in an alternative business structure, with Aprio Advisory Group, LLC providing non-attest tax and consulting services, and Aprio, LLP providing CPA firm services.