Audit Manager

Brilliant®; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Diverse client exposure

Job summary

Brilliant® is seeking an Audit Manager to lead engagements in a hybrid role within our public accounting practice. You will oversee planning, fieldwork, and reporting across diverse industries, while managing client relationships and staff development.

The role offers ownership of engagements, collaboration with a close-knit team, and opportunity for growth within a forward-thinking firm. CPA required; GAAP/GAAS expertise essential; strong communication and project management skills encouraged.

Qualifications

• Active CPA license required.
• Strong GAAP/GAAS knowledge.
• Experience managing audit engagements across multiple industries in public accounting.
• Excellent communication and client management skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and staff development experience.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and execute audit, review, and compilation engagements across multiple industries.
• Oversee fieldwork and ensure engagements are completed on time and within budget.
• Review workpapers, financial statements, and disclosures prepared by staff.
• Identify accounting and auditing issues, research applicable standards, and develop solutions.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, building and maintaining strong relationships.
• Supervise, train, and mentor audit staff and senior associates.
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations to clients and firm leadership.
• Identify opportunities for additional client services and process improvements.
• Stay current on accounting standards, auditing requirements, and industry developments.

Skills

Audit management

GAAP/GAAS knowledge

Client relationship management

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Education

CPA license

Job description

Audit Manager – Public Accounting | Hybrid | $120,000 to $160,000 + Bonus/Benefits

A well-established public accounting firm is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to join its growing assurance practice. This is a strong opportunity for a seasoned audit professional to take on engagement leadership across a diverse client base, while working in a collaborative, hybrid environment.

About the Role

The Audit Manager will oversee audit engagements from planning through completion, manage client relationships, and play a key role in developing staff. This role offers significant ownership of engagements along with exposure to a broad range of industries.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and execute audit, review, and compilation engagements across multiple industries
• Oversee fieldwork and ensure engagements are completed on time and within budget
• Review workpapers, financial statements, and disclosures prepared by staff
• Identify accounting and auditing issues, research applicable standards (GAAP/GAAS), and develop solutions
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, building and maintaining strong relationships
• Supervise, train, and mentor audit staff and senior associates
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations to clients and firm leadership
• Identify opportunities for additional client services and process improvements
• Stay current on accounting standards, auditing requirements, and industry developments

Qualifications

• Active CPA license required
• Strong technical knowledge of GAAP and GAAS
• Experience managing audit engagements across multiple industries within a public accounting environment
• Excellent communication and client management skills
• Demonstrated leadership and staff development experience
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills

What's Offered

• Collaborative firm culture with growth and advancement opportunities
• Exposure to a diverse and interesting client base