Audit Director (Hybrid)

NorthPoint Search Group; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthPoint Search Group in Chicago seeks an Audit Director to oversee engagements across commercial industries, mentor staff, and strengthen client relationships.

This hybrid role offers leadership in business combinations, project management, and growth initiatives, with opportunities for visibility and career advancement in a fast-paced, learning-focused firm.

Hiring immediately to support the expanding Chicago practice.

Qualifications

• Public accounting audit experience required.
• Experience with business combinations.
• Strong leadership and client-relations skills.
• Ability to mentor and develop staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit engagements for commercial clients, including those involving business combinations.
• Mentor A&A associates and support their growth.
• Build and maintain excellent client relationships through communication and service.
• Demonstrate leadership in project management, analytics, and QA.
• Identify and support business development opportunities and firm growth initiatives.
• Collaborate with firm leadership to ensure engagement quality and client satisfaction.

Skills

Audit leadership

Staff development

Client management

Business combinations

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s degree preferred

CPA license

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.