Audit Director (Hybrid)

Staff Financial Group; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A professional services firm in Chicago is seeking an Audit Director to lead audit engagements and oversee a team of professionals. The role requires 5+ years of public accounting experience, strong leadership, and communication skills, and an active CPA license. Ideal candidates will have a background in commercial audit and business combinations. This hybrid position offers notable career advancement opportunities in a collaborative office environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; a Master's is preferred.
• Active CPA license required.
• 5+ years of public accounting experience.
• Prior commercial audit experience and experience with business combinations required.
• Proven ability to lead and develop audit teams.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and project management skills.
• A sense of urgency and commitment to superior client service.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit engagements for commercial clients.
• Manage, mentor, and develop A&A associates.
• Build and maintain excellent client relationships.
• Demonstrate leadership in project management.
• Identify and support business development opportunities.
• Collaborate with firm leadership to ensure engagement quality and client satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership and development of audit teams

Strong communication skills

Analytical thinking

Project management

Client service orientation

Business acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Audit Director - Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

Who: A seasoned audit leader with strong commercial audit experience and expertise in business combinations.

What: Lead audit engagements, develop staff, manage client relationships, and contribute to business development efforts.

When: Hiring immediately to support the growing Chicago audit practice.

Where: Chicago, Illinois with minimal local travel.

Why: To help lead a thriving practice offering high visibility, exceptional clients, and significant career advancement opportunities.

Office Environment: Fast-paced, collaborative, integrity-driven, and focused on continuous learning and professional development.

Salary: Competitive compensation supported by a comprehensive total rewards and benefits package.

Position Overview

The Audit Director will oversee audit engagements across diverse commercial industries, mentor audit professionals, maintain strong client relationships, and contribute to the growth and strategic direction of the Chicago practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead audit engagements for commercial clients, including those involving business combinations.
• Manage, mentor, and develop A&A associates, supporting their growth and technical development.
• Build and maintain excellent client relationships through exceptional communication and service.
• Demonstrate leadership in project management, analytical thinking, and quality assurance.
• Identify and support business development opportunities and firm growth initiatives.
• Collaborate with firm leadership to ensure engagement quality and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; Master’s preferred.
• Active CPA license required.
• 5+ years of public accounting experience.
• Prior commercial audit experience and experience with business combinations required.
• Proven ability to lead and develop audit teams.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, analytical, and project management skills.
• A sense of urgency and commitment to superior client service.

If you’re interested in learning more about this opportunity or would like to discuss your qualifications, please apply now.