Audit Manager

Distinct | North America; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare (100% paid)

Paid time off 4 weeks

Profit sharing

Job summary

Distinct | North America is seeking an Audit Manager in Schaumburg, IL to lead complex engagements from planning through completion, act as the main client contact, and mentor Seniors and Associates.

The firm emphasizes a collaborative culture with 100% employer-paid healthcare, generous PTO, profit sharing, and long-term career growth. Busy season runs 54–60 hours, with a 40-hour baseline and room for training.

Qualifications

• CPA or near qualifying with audit management experience.
• Experience leading audit engagements and guiding junior staff.
• Familiarity with for-profit and non-profit client environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex audit engagements from planning through completion.
• Serve as the main point of contact for clients and stakeholders.
• Support and mentor Seniors and Associates throughout engagements.

Skills

Audit management

Mentoring

Client liaison

Public accounting

Education

CPA or near qualifying

Job description

If you’re a CPA who enjoys leading audits and developing people, but doesn’t want a “partner or out” culture, this is the kind of firm people tend to stay with.

This independent mid-sized firm (around 150 people) has grown steadily and has won Best Place to Work multiple times. It shows in the way they treat their people, their flexibility, and their culture.

The role

You’ll manage complex audit engagements from planning through completion, act as the main point of contact for clients, and support and mentor Seniors and Associates. The client base is mixed across for-profit and non-profit, and while specialisation is encouraged over time, they’re happy for you to join as a well-rounded Audit Manager and let your strengths shape your path.

Busy season & balance

Busy season typically runs 54–60 hours. Outside of that, the expectation drops back to 40-hour weeks max, with time built in for training, mentoring, and development.

Progression

There’s no rigid up-or-out structure. Partnership is a genuine option (one current partner started as an intern), but there are also strong leadership paths in people development, technical work, or business development.

You

CPA (or close to qualifying) with experience managing audit engagements and leading teams in public accounting.

The package

100% employer-paid healthcare (individual), minimum 4 weeks PTO, profit sharing for all employees, and a genuine focus on long‑term career sustainability.

Don’t overthink it. The worst outcome is a pleasant conversation about your career. The best? Well, that's where it gets rather exciting.