Audit Manager (Non-Profit)

Sikich LLC; East Peoria (IL); Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

Health insurance

Wellness program

401(k)

Job summary

Sikich LLC is seeking an Audit Manager (Non-Profit) to lead audits under US GAAP, GAAS, and FASB across multiple nonprofit clients. The role reports to the Audit Principal and focuses on planning, walkthroughs, scheduling, and presenting audit findings while mentoring staff.

The position requires a BA/BS in Accounting or Finance, 5+ years in public accounting with in-charge experience, CPA certification, and strong leadership skills. Hybrid work arrangements are available.

Qualifications

• BA/BS Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of progressive public accounting with in-charge experience.
• CPA certification required. Non-Profit audit experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform field work on audits under US GAAP, GAAS, or FASB regulations and inform engagement leaders of status.
• Conduct audit tests to assess compliance with plan and regulatory requirements.
• Draft financial statements in accordance with US GAAP, GAAS, and FASB.
• Develop self and others through coaching and engagement experiences.
• Maintain productive relationships with clients to enhance satisfaction.
• Provide strategic accounting advice and recommendations to clients.
• Review staff work product and performance.
• Deliver audit services virtually, hybrid, and onsite as needed.

Skills

Public accounting

Leadership

Communication

US GAAP

Mentoring

Recruiting

Project management

Client relations

Education

BA/BS in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Audit software

Job description

Audit Manager (Non-Profit)

Naperville/ Chicago, IL, Springfield, IL, Peoria, IL, Milwaukee, WI or St. Louis, MO

US- Hybrid

What to expect when you join Sikich

Team members at Sikich have a lot in common while also being part of a rich and varied group of contributors, creating a distinct and thriving culture. Chief among our commonalities is a desire for growth and a shared unity of purpose in our professional lives. We believe that through diverse perspectives, challenging the status quo and rewarding action, we accelerate innovation and drive growth - for our clients, for ourselves and for our communities.

The professional services landscape continues to evolve. For Sikich, this means we have an opportunity to further cement our leadership position in this industry and continue to grow our organization in increasingly exciting ways. This growth is meaningful for every team member at our company because larger companies simply see more interesting client opportunities and can attract impressively talented individuals like you. Through a dedicated focus on key business priorities and intentionally creating a rewarding employee experience, Sikich has developed into a highly regarded provider of professional services and a sought-after employer of choice.

Do you want to work with other skilled practitioners and serve clients in a way that makes a difference? Are you seeking a supportive environment backed by a deep and extensive set of skillsets? Are you ready to make an impact and be acknowledged for your contributions? If you answered yes to these questions, we see a mutually beneficial and gratifying relationship on the horizon!

Are you ready to grow with us?

Position Summary

Reporting to the Audit Principal, The Audit Manager will work closely with internal leadership & staff to ensure the timely completion of Non-Profit audits. This includes, but not limited to audit planning, walkthroughs, scheduling, review, & presentation of audit findings. Additionally, the Audit Manager will also play an active role in the training, development, & hiring of others.

What will you do in this role?

• Perform field work on audits under US GAAP, GAAS, or FASB regulations, and inform engagement leaders of audit engagement status.
• Conduct audit tests which assess compliance with plan document and regulatory requirements.
• Draft financial statements in accordance with US GAAP, GAAS, & FASB
• Develop self and others through seeking and offering on the job coaching and engagement experiences.
• Develop and maintain productive working relationships with clients to enhance customer satisfaction.
• Build strong credibility through displaying positive insight and business acumen, applying technical competence and engaging in relevant discussions with clients and engagement teams
• Provide strategic and tactical accounting advice and recommendations to the company's clientele.
• Provide review of staff work product and performance.
• Deliver exceptional client support virtually, hybrid, and on-site as needed.

What do you need to succeed in this role?

• BA/BS Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of progressive public accounting background with in-charge experience.
• Experience working with Non-Profit clients highly preferred
• Strong technical accounting skills with proficiency in US GAAP, GAAS, & FASB regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple engagement and competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment.
• Strong leadership, recruiting, training, and mentoring skills, coupled with excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• CPA certification required.
• Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and audit preparation software.

In compliance with this state's pay transparency laws, the base compensation range for this role is $106,502.27 -$131,250.37 -$153,016.50 (25%-50%-75%). This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on several factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Compensation ranges for roles in our Government Services pillar are determined by contract with the specific government agency Sikich is servicing.

In addition, specific skills/experience required are as follows:

• Servant Leader - You are hyper focused on engaging employees, fostering their development, and building a positive culture.
• Solutions Focused - You see opportunities in every business problem and can develop, articulate, and implement solutions.
• Collaboration - You are a relationship builder across all levels of the organization and across all business units.
• Instills Trust - You do what you say, and you follow through on commitments, you act with integrity, you are consistent and are perceived as credible.
• Impact & Influence Thinking - You gain support for ideas, proposals, and solutions, and get others to act, with or without formal authority, to advance initiatives/objectives.

About Sikich

Sikich is a global company specializing in Accounting, Advisory, and Technical professional services. With employees across the globe, Sikich ranks as one of the largest professional services companies in the United States. Our comprehensive skillsets, obtained over decades of experience as entrepreneurs, business owners and industry innovators, allow us to provide insights and transformative strategies to help strengthen every dimension of our clients' businesses.

Sikich Total Rewards

Our team members enjoy expansive benefits ranging from competitive compensation and insurance options to wellness programs and a flexible time off policy, to name only a few. Sikich also takes pride in prioritizing team members' health, total wellbeing and time spent with family, friends and in the pursuit of personal goals, hobbies, and endeavors.

Some examples of our many benefits:

• Sikich maintains a Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy. We encourage every full-time employee, as your role permits, to utilize paid time off (personal time, mental/physical health care, vacation, sick leave, etc.). Waiting for time off to accrue is common at other companies. At Sikich, you do not have to wait for this benefit to kick in. FTO is activated on your first day with our organization.
• Sikich will also recognize paid holidays during the year and strives to permit employees to have time off the last week of the calendar year when client and project work permits.
• Sikich offers a comprehensive wellness program to engage, challenge and empower team members to take responsibility for their wellbeing. Activities can be tracked through our wellness provider to obtain gift cards and other rewards.

We also offer:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Health, dental, vision, life, and accident/death/disability insurance options
• HSA employer contribution
• Nine (9) paid holidays annually.
• A robust paid Parental Bonding Leave program covering birth, adoption, and foster children.
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• CPA bonus with four (4) paid exam days & four (4) paid study days.
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous employee referral bonus program
• Client referral bonus program
• Pet insurance
• FORCE - Sikich community volunteer program enabling each team member to use up to four hours of paid time annually to volunteer and make a difference in their local communities.

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Sikich is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

Sikich currently practices in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Professional Code of Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. Sikich CPA LLC is a licensed CPA firm that provides audit and attest services to its clients. Sikich LLC has a contractual arrangement with Sikich CPA LLC under which Sikich LLC provides Sikich CPA LLC with professional and support personnel and other services to support Sikich CPA LLC's performance of its professional services, and Sikich CPA LLC shares certain client information with Sikich LLC with respect to the provision of such services.