Public Sector Audit Senior Manager - Leadership & Impact

Baker Tilly (US); Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 117,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly in Oak Brook, IL seeks an Audit Senior Manager for our Public Sector team. You will lead audit engagements, mentor staff, and work with firm leadership to deliver industry-focused assurance services to middle-market clients. The role emphasizes client relationship building and ongoing professional development.

You will supervise engagement teams, drive quality, and manage staffing, with flexibility in how and where you work while advancing your career within a growing firm.

Qualifications

• CPA required for the role.
• Eight years of public accounting audit experience desired.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted engagement team member delivering audit and assurance services to public sector clients.
• Lead and supervise engagement staff, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Develop financial statement guidance and business recommendations from testing and information gathered.
• Manage staffing, billing/collections, and client profitability targets.
• Mentor staff and participate in firm-wide learning and development programs.
• Network to build client relationships and pursue new projects and revenue.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Analytical

Interpersonal

Mentoring

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Baker Tilly in Oak Brook, IL seeks an Audit Senior Manager for our Public Sector team. You will lead audit engagements, mentor staff, and work with firm leadership to deliver industry-focused assurance services to middle-market clients. The role emphasizes client relationship building and ongoing professional development.

You will supervise engagement teams, drive quality, and manage staffing, with flexibility in how and where you work while advancing your career within a growing firm.