Director Audit Services

Quality Control Audit Director

Compensation: $170,000 – $250,000

Location: Preferred in the Chicagoland area, but remote possibilities are available for the right candidate.

A top-performing, well-established CPA firm in the the Chicagoland area is expanding its audit leadership team and seeking a Quality Control Audit Director. This role offers a fast‑track path to partnership, joining a growing group. You’ll serve as a key technical resource for the department, overseeing audit quality, reviewing statements, and guiding the team through new standards and best practices.

The Audit Quality Director will lead the firm’s compliance with AICPA’s new quality management standards, conduct technical reviews of audit engagements, ensure GAAP compliance, and support the implementation of new accounting guidance. This position requires strong technical expertise, leadership ability, and the capacity to advise teams on complex accounting matters.

• Perform technical reviews of audits and reviews for GAAP compliance
• Oversee adherence to AICPA quality management standards
• Provide GAAP research support to staff and managers
• Assist with implementing new accounting pronouncements
• Lead project management for audit quality initiatives
• Review work product for staff through senior levels
• Support consulting engagements for partners and managers

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• CPA required
• 8+ years of recent public accounting experience
• 2+ years of GAAP technical review experience
• Experience with Yellow Book/Uniform Guidance audits preferred
• Excellent communication and project management abilities

Director

Full-time

Accounting/Auditing