Audit Manager (Commercial/Not for Profit) (Hybrid)

NorthPoint Search Group; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 91,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

NorthPoint Search Group in Chicago, IL seeks an Audit Manager to join a dynamic and expanding practice, providing leadership on audit engagements, managing high-quality client relationships, and contributing to business development efforts while supporting the growth of the assurance team.

The role offers a hybrid Chicago-based schedule, opportunities for professional development, and a collaborative environment focused on integrity, client service, and growth across diverse industries.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of public accounting experience.
• Commercial and Nonprofit audit experience required.
• Proven leadership and staff-development abilities.
• Strong project management, analytical, and communication skills.
• Business development experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; Master’s preferred; CPA license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit engagements across commercial and nonprofit clients.
• Oversee, mentor, and develop A&A associates to support long-term team success.
• Deliver exceptional client service while managing multiple projects and timelines.
• Strengthen client relationships through proactive communication and industry insight.
• Collaborate with leadership on business development initiatives and proposals.
• Ensure audit quality and compliance with professional standards.
• Support the growth of the practice through operational excellence and leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Client service

Project management

Analytical

Communication

Staff development

Business development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Master’s degree preferred

CPA license

Job description

Audit Manager (Commercial/Not for Profit) - Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

Who

A motivated audit professional with strong leadership, client service, and commercial and nonprofit audit experience.

What

Lead audit engagements, develop staff, manage client relationships, and support business development within a fast-paced, growth-oriented practice.

When

This opportunity is available now for immediate consideration.

Where

Based in downtown Chicago with limited regional travel.

Why

To join a thriving practice that offers visibility, professional development, and the chance to work with outstanding clients across diverse industries.

Office Environment

A collaborative, inclusive, high-growth environment that values integrity, trust, and continuous learning.

Salary

$91,200 to $164,200 plus comprehensive benefits and performance-based compensation.

Position Overview

We are seeking an Audit Manager to join a dynamic and expanding practice, providing leadership on audit engagements, managing high-quality client relationships, and contributing to business development efforts while supporting the growth of the assurance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit engagements across commercial and nonprofit clients.
• Oversee, mentor, and develop A&A associates to support long-term team success.
• Deliver exceptional client service while managing multiple projects and timelines.
• Strengthen client relationships through proactive communication and industry insight.
• Collaborate with leadership on business development initiatives and proposals.
• Ensure audit quality and compliance with professional standards.
• Support the growth of the practice through operational excellence and leadership.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of public accounting experience.
• Commercial and Nonprofit audit experience required.
• Proven leadership and staff-development abilities.
• Strong project management, analytical, and communication skills.
• Business development experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; Master’s preferred.
• Active CPA license required.