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Audit Lead Manager
Location: Naperville, IL
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience
About Us:
We are partnered with a small, yet dynamic CPA firm based in Naperville, IL, dedicated to providing exceptional accounting, auditing, tax, and consulting services to our diverse client base. Our firm specializes in auditing not-for-profit entities, including single audits and yellow book audits. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment where each team member can grow professionally and contribute to our clients' success.
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Audit Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in public accounting and a passion for delivering high-quality audit services. As an Audit Manager, you will oversee and manage audit engagements, develop and mentor staff, and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements. This role offers significant flexibility, with our office open only four days a week and the option for occasional remote work.
Key Responsibilities:
- Audit Engagement Management: Lead and manage multiple audit engagements, with a focus on not-for-profit entities, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. This includes planning, executing, and completing financial audits, single audits, and Yellow Book audits.
- Client Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and providing exceptional service and advice.
- Team Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and develop audit staff, providing training and feedback to promote professional growth and development. Manage and schedule two part-time staff members.
- Quality Control: Ensure audit work conforms to professional standards and regulatory requirements. Review and approve audit workpapers, financial statements, and audit reports.
- Business Development: Assist in identifying and pursuing new business opportunities. Participate in networking events and professional organizations to enhance the firm’s visibility and reputation.
- Efficiency Improvement: Continuously seek ways to improve audit processes and efficiencies, implementing best practices and innovative solutions.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required; Master's degree preferred.
- Certification: CPA license required.
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of public accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role, specifically with not-for-profit entities, single audits, and Yellow Book audits.
- Skills:
- Strong understanding of GAAP, GAAS, and PCAOB standards.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient in audit software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience in managing and scheduling part-time staff.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Office open only four days a week (closed on Fridays).
- Flexible working arrangements, including occasional remote work (one day a week, infrequently two).
- Continuing professional education and training.
Salary : $110,000 - $160,000
