Audit Manager

Responsibilities & Opportunities

• Oversee teams as they complete audits, reviews, and compilations. Vrakas clients are generally closely held/for-profit businesses with a variety of ownership structures, including family businesses, ESOP, and private‑equity
• Training and developing audit associates. You will also gain hands‑on experience and training in various areas, working with our clients who compete in a wide variety of industries
• Consulting with clients on a variety of accounting and business matters. You will work directly with controllers, chief financial officers, and business owners during the term of the engagement
• Assisting with accounting due diligence projects
• Travel is expected, as needed, to meet firm and client needs

• Certified Public Accounting license
• 5+ years of public accounting audit experience
• The ability to work effectively in a team environment with all levels of client personnel in various industries
• The ability to respond to client and firm requests promptly, accurately, positively, and professionally
• Excellent written/verbal communication and collaboration skills
• Integrity within a professional environment
• Manufacturing, distribution, construction, technology, retail, franchise/dealership, or service industry experience is a plus
• Chicago‑area location preferred; local client travel required

Vrakas CPAs + Advisors offers ambitious compensation potential, 401K, profit sharing, comprehensive insurance benefits, and competitive vacation and PTO policies. Individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on their and the firm's performance. The estimated salary range for this position is $115,000 - $160,000. Individual salaries are determined based on multiple factors, including the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and location.

Location:

Chicago Office: 29

E. Madison Street, Chicago, IL 60602