Audit Manager: Lead Engagements & Grow Chicago Team

Vaco; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & welfare benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Employee programs

Job summary

Highspring is conducting a confidential search for an experienced Audit Manager CPA to join a Chicago-based public accounting and advisory organization. You will own client engagements, lead audit teams, and work with senior leadership to drive quality and growth.

The role requires an active CPA, 5+ years in public accounting, and at least 6 months in an Audit Manager capacity. Expect onsite five days a week, collaboration across industries, strong communication, and opportunities for leadership

Qualifications

• Active CPA license required.
• 5+ years of public accounting audit experience.
• Minimum 6 months of experience at the Audit Manager level.
• Demonstrated experience managing audit engagements and leading teams.
• Experience serving privately held and middle-market businesses strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple assurance engagements from planning through completion.
• Lead audit teams and review work performed by audit professionals.
• Coach, mentor, and develop staff.
• Manage engagement timelines, deliverables, budgets, and client expectations.
• Build relationships with financial executives and business owners.
• Advise clients on accounting and financial reporting matters.
• Support select transaction-related and financial analysis projects.
• Collaborate directly with senior practice leadership.
• Help strengthen and expand the Chicago-based team.
• Travel locally to client locations as needed.

Skills

CPA license

Audit leadership

Team management

Client relationships

Financial reporting

Communication skills

Time management

Engagement management

Public accounting

Job description

Highspring is conducting a confidential search for an experienced Audit Manager CPA to join a Chicago-based public accounting and advisory organization. You will own client engagements, lead audit teams, and work with senior leadership to drive quality and growth.

The role requires an active CPA, 5+ years in public accounting, and at least 6 months in an Audit Manager capacity. Expect onsite five days a week, collaboration across industries, strong communication, and opportunities for leadership