Audit Manager
Job in
Northbrook, Cook County, Illinois, 60065, USA
Listed on 2026-10-05
Listing for:
Verital Advisory Search
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-05
Job specializations:
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Accounting
Accounting Manager, Accounting & Finance, Financial Compliance -
Management
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Our client is a growing public accounting firm looking to add an Audit Manager to its assurance team. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative team where you’ll have direct access to leadership, meaningful client interaction, and the opportunity to take on greater responsibility as you continue to grow your career.
The Audit Manager will work closely with firm leadership to serve clients, manage audit engagements, develop staff, and contribute to the continued growth of the practice.
The firm works with a diverse group of for-profit clients across a variety of industries, including manufacturing, technology, construction, professional services, and other middle-market businesses.
Key Responsibilities- Manage financial statement audit engagements from planning through completion
- Serve as a primary point of contact for clients and build strong, long-term relationships
- Work closely with firm leadership on client service and engagement strategy
- Review financial statements and audit work papers
- Identify and communicate accounting and audit issues
- Supervise, mentor, and develop staff and senior-level team members
- Provide technical guidance and feedback to engagement teams
- Manage engagement timelines, budgets, staffing, and deliverables
- Work across a variety of for-profit clients and industries
- Participate in private equity-related engagements
- Assist with business development and the continued growth of client relationships
- Stay current on applicable accounting and auditing standards
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
- CPA required
- 5+ years of public accounting audit experience
- 2+ years of supervisory or management experience
- Experience with financial statement audits
- Private equity experience preferred
- Experience with industries such as manufacturing, technology, construction, professional services, or other for-profit businesses is a plus
- Strong technical accounting and auditing skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple engagements and deadlines
- Strong leadership, organization, and project management skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and common audit/accounting software
- Direct exposure to firm leadership
- Diverse for-profit client base and industry exposure
- Meaningful client relationships and high client visibility
- Opportunity to mentor and develop staff
- Continued growth and leadership opportunities
- More manageable hours than traditional public accounting environments
- A close-knit, collaborative team where people know and support one another
- A flexible work environment designed to provide a better balance between career growth and life outside of work
- Opportunity to take ownership of engagements and play a role in the growth of the practice
- A firm culture focused on professional development, accountability, and long-term relationships
- Hybrid environment (3 days in-office per week)
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