A well-established, independently owned public accounting firm with more than a century of history serving middle-market businesses and high-net-worth individuals is seeking to add an Audit Manager to its growing team. The firm offers the resources, client exposure, and career opportunities of a large organization while maintaining a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture. Professionals gain experience across a diverse client base spanning manufacturing, distribution, real estate, construction, technology, startups, and other industries.
Position Overview
The Audit Manager will be responsible for leading audit and assurance engagements, managing client relationships, mentoring team members, and driving the successful execution of client projects. This role offers significant exposure to business owners and executive leadership teams while providing opportunities for professional growth and business development.
Role Responsibilities
Manage audit engagements from planning through completion, ensuring adherence to budgets, timelines, and quality standards.
Review workpapers, financial statements, and related deliverables prior to final review by firm leadership.
Supervise, mentor, and develop audit staff and supervisors while supporting their professional growth.
Maintain and strengthen client relationships throughout the year, identifying opportunities to provide additional services.
Coordinate engagement staffing and scheduling to maximize team utilization and project efficiency.
Build relationships with business owners, referral sources, and professional networks to support business development initiatives.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
Active CPA license required.
5+ years of public accounting experience, preferably within a mid-sized or regional accounting firm.
Prior experience at the Manager level, including engagement and team leadership responsibilities.
Strong client-service orientation with excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Ability to mentor professionals, manage multiple engagements, and work collaboratively in a team-focused environment.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Chicago, IL
Skills
Accountingunmatched
Auditingunmatched
Budgetingunmatched
Business Developmentunmatched
Business Growthunmatched
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)unmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Constructionunmatched
Customer Relationsunmatched
Customer Relationship Management (CRM)unmatched
Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
Develop and Maintain Customersunmatched
Distribution Servicesunmatched
Entrepreneurshipunmatched
Financial Statementsunmatched
High Net Worthunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Mentoringunmatched
Network Supportunmatched
Public Accountingunmatched
Quality Metricsunmatched
Real Estateunmatched
Startupunmatched
Team Lead/Managerunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
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