Financial Services Audit Manager - Leader & Advisor

Baker Tilly; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 101,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly is seeking an Audit Manager to join our financial services team in Chicago. You will mentor staff, oversee fieldwork, and deliver industry-focused audit and assurance services to middle-market clients, working with firm leadership to drive the business forward.

You will build client relationships, provide insightful financial statement guidance, and contribute to practice growth while maintaining high professional standards and ethical responsibilities. Travel as needed.

Qualifications

• CPA required with a 4-year degree.
• Experience auditing financial statements in a professional services firm.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients to understand goals and challenges.
• Test internal controls and recommend improvements.
• Manage fieldwork to ensure quality and timely delivery.
• Provide financial statement guidance and business recommendations.
• Review and discuss insights with clients.
• Assist with staffing, billing, and profitability targets.
• Build relationships with clients and community.
• Invest in staff development.
• Support growth and development of team members.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Leadership

Education

CPA

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Baker Tilly is seeking an Audit Manager to join our financial services team in Chicago. You will mentor staff, oversee fieldwork, and deliver industry-focused audit and assurance services to middle-market clients, working with firm leadership to drive the business forward.

You will build client relationships, provide insightful financial statement guidance, and contribute to practice growth while maintaining high professional standards and ethical responsibilities. Travel as needed.