Audit Quality Manager

Your Journey at Crowe Starts Here:

At Crowe, you can build a meaningful and rewarding career. With real flexibility to balance work with life moments, you’re trusted to deliver results and make an impact. We embrace you for who you are, care for your well-being, and nurture your career. Everyone has equitable access to opportunities for career growth and leadership. Over our 80-year history, delivering excellent service through innovation has been a core part of our DNA across our audit, tax, and consulting groups. That’s why we continuously invest in innovative ideas, such as AI-enabled insights and technology-powered solutions, to enhance our services. Join us at Crowe and embark on a career where you can help shape the future of our industry.

Job Description:

Job Requirements:

Internal Inspections & Monitoring

• Perform internal file inspections and engagement monitoring in accordance with firm methodology, professional standards, and SOQM requirements

• Document inspection findings clearly, accurately, and objectively, including identification of root causes and contributing factors

• Assess compliance with firm policies, audit methodology, and applicable professional standards (GAAP, GAAS, PCAOB)

System of Quality Management (SOQM)

• Support ongoing monitoring activities related to the firm’s system of quality management

• Assist with evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of quality controls

• Contribute to periodic risk assessments, monitoring plans, and reporting related to SOQM PCAOB Inspections & Regulatory Support

• Assist with PCAOB inspection readiness activities, including profile preparation, internal reviews, and coordination with engagement teams

• Support PCAOB inspection fieldwork, requests, and follow-up activities as directed by Inspections & Monitoring leadership

• Assist with preparation of PCAOB-related reporting, analysis, and internal communications

Remediation & Root Cause Analysis

• Perform root cause analysis for inspection findings and identified deficiencies

• Support development, tracking, and evaluation of remediation plans

• Monitor remediation progress and assess effectiveness of corrective actions

Qualifications:

• Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, or ACCA required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

• Experience in a public accounting firm

• Prior experience in audit quality, inspections, professional practice, or regulatory support strongly preferred

• Strong working knowledge of: PCAOB standards and inspection processes, U.S. GAAP and GAAS, and Audit documentation and engagement risk assessment

• Experience supporting or responding to PCAOB inspections is highly desirable

• Sound professional judgment and demonstrated professional skepticism

• Ability to analyze complex audit issues and identify root causes

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing

• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines

• Comfortable working with senior stakeholders and engagement teams

• Detail-oriented, disciplined, and quality-focused

• Willingness to work with U.S. time zones as required

We expect the candidate to uphold Crowe’s values of Care, Trust, Courage, and Stewardship. These values define who we are. We expect all of our people to act ethically and with integrity at all times.

Our Benefits:
At Crowe, we know that great people are what makes a great firm. We value our people and offer employees a comprehensive benefits package. Learn more about what working at Crowe can mean for you!

How You Can Grow:
We will nurture your talent in an inclusive culture that values diversity. You will have the chance to meet on a consistent basis with your Career Coach that will guide you in your career goals and aspirations. Learn more about where talent can prosper!

More about Crowe:

Crowe Capability Center – India, operating under the legal entity C3 India Delivery Centre LLP (formerly known as Crowe Horwath IT Services LLP) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Crowe LLP (U.S.A.), a public accounting, consulting and technology firm with offices around the world. Crowe LLP is an independent member firm of Crowe Global, one of the largest global accounting networks in the world. The network consists of more than 200 independent accounting and advisory firms in more than 130 countries around the world.

Crowe does not accept unsolicited candidates, referrals or resumes from any staffing agency, recruiting service, sourcing entity or any other third-party paid service at any time. Any referrals, resumes or candidates submitted to Crowe, or any employee or owner of Crowe without a pre-existing agreement signed by both parties covering the submission will be considered the property of Crowe, and free of charge.

We are committed to a merit-based hiring process, evaluating all candidates consistently using objective, job-related criteria such as relevant experience, demonstrated skills, measurable impact, and alignment with the role’s responsibilities, and making employment decisions in a fair and inclusive manner free from discrimination.