Audit Manager: Lead Financial Controls & Risk

Financeroles; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 151,000 - 266,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K and Pension

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Lifestyle Spending Account

PTO and 11 holidays per year

Work from home options

Job summary

Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago is seeking an Audit Manager to lead risk-based audits focused on financial reporting, accounting processes, and internal controls. The role requires strong judgment, broad business acumen, and people leadership to guide audit teams and engage across the organization.

Join a collaborative, in-office environment with a strong benefits package, opportunities for professional growth, and a commitment to community investment and governance excellence.

Qualifications

• Seven or more years of progressive audit experience with a focus on financial reporting.
• CPA or CIA certification required; otherCerts are a plus.
• Strong knowledge of risk-based internal auditing and COSO principles.
• Experience with internal controls over financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial reporting audits and internal controls assessments.
• Manage audit staff and multiple engagements from scoping to reporting.
• Communicate audit results to senior management and the Board committees.
• Develop risk-based audit approaches; review testing, findings and reports.
• Identify root causes and recommend improvements to controls and governance.
• Build effective stakeholder relationships while maintaining independence.

Skills

Internal auditing

COSO principles

U.S. GAAP

Data analytics

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Audit planning

Power BI

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Advanced degree preferred

CPA or CIA certification

CISA/CFE/CAMS certifications are a plus

Tools

Power BI

SQL

ACL/Alteryx

Job description

Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago is seeking an Audit Manager to lead risk-based audits focused on financial reporting, accounting processes, and internal controls. The role requires strong judgment, broad business acumen, and people leadership to guide audit teams and engage across the organization.

Join a collaborative, in-office environment with a strong benefits package, opportunities for professional growth, and a commitment to community investment and governance excellence.