Assurance Advisor - FSO - Manager - Multiple Position - 1734472

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Pension and 401(k)

Flexible vacation policy

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Ernst & Young U.S. LLP in Chicago, IL seeks an Assurance Advisor (Manager) to lead financial statement audits under U.S. GAAP for private and public clients.

You will oversee planning, execution, and reporting, while applying SEC rules and PCAOB standards. Manage teams, nurture client relationships, and drive business development. The role is full-time, 40 hrs/week, with a hybrid model and competitive Total Rewards including medical, pension and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field with progression to CPA; 5 years of related work experience or 4 years with a Master's.
• Engagement management, execution and reporting experience with client relationships in financial services.
• Experience with U.S. GAAP, US GAAS, PCAOB rules and SEC rules over financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform audits in accordance with U.S. GAAS and PCAOB rules.
• Identify accounting and auditing issues; provide insights on revenue recognition and internal controls.
• Lead and motivate audit teams; maintain client relationships and pursue business development opportunities.
• Travel up to 25% to serve client needs.

Skills

Audit

US GAAS

PCAOB rules

SEC rules

Engagement management

Client relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Business or related field

Master's degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Business or related field

Tools

Audit documentation software

Job description

Assurance Advisor - FSO - Manager - Multiple Position - 1734472

Location: Chicago

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Date: Aug 10, 2026

Requisition ID: 1734472

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Assurance Advisor (Financial Services Office) (Manager) (Multiple Positions) (1734472), Ernst & Young U.S. LLP, Chicago, IL.

Provide audit services, demonstrating to clients that there is real value in the audit process, above and beyond the regulatory mandate. Plan and perform audit procedures in accordance with U.S. GAAS, including PCAOB rules and regulations, for private and public company financial statements prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Apply knowledge of SEC rules and regulations over financial reporting.

Identify accounting and auditing issues on a timely basis. Provide accounting insights to clients in a clear and concise manner, including insights into complex accounting issues such as revenue recognition, share-based compensation, business combinations and internal controls.

Manage and motivate teams with diverse skills and backgrounds. Consistently deliver quality client services by monitoring progress. Demonstrate in-depth technical capabilities and professional knowledge. Maintain long-term client relationships and networks. Cultivate business development opportunities.

Full time employment, Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week, 8:30 am – 5:30 pm.

Minimum Requirements

Must have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Business or a related field, plus 5 years of post-bachelor’s, progressive related work experience. Alternatively, will accept a Master's degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Business or a related field, plus 4 years of related work experience.

Must have 2 years of experience in engagement management, engagement execution and reporting, and client relationship building while serving clients in one or a combination of the following industries:

• Asset management industry, including mutual fund complexes, hedge funds, private equity funds, and/or other investment vehicles.
• Insurance industry and/or public company clients.
• Banking/capital markets industry, including retail, commercial or investment banks, brokers/dealers, and/or similar institutions.
• Real Estate, Hospitality and Construction (RHC) clients.

Must have 2 years of experience in a combination involving all of the following:

• Supervising the planning, execution, reporting on audits of financial statements prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAS and U.S. GAAP, and/or foreign equivalent (International Accounting Standards (IAS));
• Supervising audit teams consisting of two or more staff members; and
• Recent audit experience working with a public company that is registered with PCAOB.

Must have 1 year of experience using audit documentation software.

Must have one of the following:

• active US CPA certificate; or
• foreign certificate in accountancy and sufficient coursework/experience requirements as determined by the work location state Board of Accountancy to obtain US CPA certification.

Requires domestic travel up to 25% in order to serve client needs.

Employer will accept any suitable combination of education, training, or experience.

What we Offer

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business.

The base salary for this job is $111,805.00 per year.

In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances.

You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.

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