Audit Manager

Vrakas CPAs + Advisors; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Vrakas CPAs + Advisors in downtown Chicago is seeking an Audit Manager to lead audit engagements, supervise teams, and mentor staff in a range of industries.

This in-person role emphasizes mentoring, client relationship building, and delivering high-quality financial reporting. A CPA with 5+ years in public accounting is required, along with strong communication and collaboration skills. Chicago-area travel is expected.

Qualifications

• CPA license required.
• 5+ years of public accounting audit experience.
• Ability to work in diverse industries.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Chicago-area location preferred; local travel required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee audits, reviews, and compilations for clients.
• Train and develop audit associates.
• Consult with clients on accounting and business matters.
• Assist with accounting due diligence.
• Travel to meet client needs.

Education

CPA license

Job description

Ready to take your professional journey to new heights?

The Vrakas CPAs + Advisors team is seeking an Audit Manager to bring their unique spark to our talented team in our vibrant downtown Chicago office.

If you're a self-starter eager to carve out your career path at your own pace and help propel our firm to new heights, you might be the perfect fit. At Vrakas, we're not just filling a position; we're crafting a one-of-a-kind career opportunity tailored to your needs.

The following responsibilities, opportunities, and requirements for this in-person position are as follows:

Responsibilities & Opportunities

• Oversee teams as they complete audits, reviews, and compilations. Vrakas clients are generally closely held/for-profit businesses with a variety of ownership structures, including family businesses, ESOP, and private equity
• Training and developing audit associates. You will also gain hands-on experience and training in various areas, working with our clients who compete in a wide variety of industries
• Consulting with clients on a variety of accounting and business matters. You will work directly with controllers, chief financial officers, and business owners during the term of the engagement
• Assisting with accounting due diligence projects
• Travel is expected, as needed, to meet firm and client needs

Requirements

• Certified Public Accounting license
• 5+ years of public accounting audit experience
• The ability to work effectively in a team environment with all levels of client personnel in various industries
• The ability to respond to client and firm requests promptly, accurately, positively, and professionally
• Excellent written/verbal communication and collaboration skills
• Integrity within a professional environment
• Manufacturing, distribution, construction, technology, retail, franchise/dealership, or service industry experience is a plus
• Chicago-area location preferred; local client travel required

Why Vrakas?

We’reproud of our supportive, people-first culture where your voice matters.You’llcollaborate with a team of experienced professionals and leaders who are deeply committed to their clients and craft, while playing a key role in mentoring others and strengthening client relationships. We offer meaningful opportunities to influence strategy, contribute to firm growth, and make a lasting impact.

With competitive pay, a strong 401(k) and profit-sharing plan, comprehensive benefits, and generous paid time off,there’sno shortage of reasons to jump aboard.VisitourCulture&Benefitspageformoredetails.The estimated salary range for this role is $115,000-$160,000. Individual salaries are determined based on multiple factors, including the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and location.

At Vrakas, we are proud to be fiercely independent as one of the largest locally owned CPA firms in the Midwest.

Chicago Office: 29 E. Madison Street, Chicago, IL 60602

Vrakas CPAs + Advisors does not accept unsolicited resumes, candidate profiles, referrals, or other candidate information from third-party recruiters or agencies. Please note that Vrakas is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited submissions. All unsolicited submissions will become the property of Vrakas CPAs + Advisors. Vrakas CPAs + Advisors reserves the right to pursue, contact, interview, and hire any candidate identified through unsolicited submissions without financial obligation to the submitting agency.