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Audit Manager
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Job Location:
Lincolnshire, IL - USA
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Posted:
20 August 2026 (24 days ago)
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Application Deadline:
17 November 2026
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1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
AUDIT MANAGER
CLIENT: CPA FIRM
LOCATION
Lincolnshire Illinois USA
JOB TYPE
Full-Time
COMPENSATION
$90000.00 $130000.00
base depending on experience
BENEFITS
Health Insurance 401(k) with 4% Match
CPA Support PTO
ABOUT THE COMPANY
This reputable CPA Firm is a well-established CPA firm providing audit tax and advisory services to closely held businesses high-net-worth individuals and nonprofit organizations. The firm is known for long-term client relationships technical excellence and a collaborative partner-accessible environment. Team members are trusted to take ownership of their work while maintaining high professional standards and a strong commitment to quality.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Audit Manager will play a key leadership role within the firms audit and assurance practice. This position is ideal for an experienced audit professional who can manage engagements end-to-end oversee teams and serve as a trusted point of contact for clients. The Audit Manager will work closely with the Audit Partner and is expected to take ownership of the audit and review function helping drive consistency quality and client satisfaction.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead and manage audit and review engagements from planning through completion.
Oversee audits and reviews for both for-profit and nonprofit organizations.
Supervise mentor and review work prepared by senior and junior audit staff.
Ensure audits are performed in accordance with professional standards and firm methodologies.
Serve as a primary point of contact for audit clients maintaining strong and professional relationships.
Collaborate closely with the Audit Partner on engagement strategy scheduling and execution.
Identify issues propose solutions and ensure timely resolution throughout engagements.
Support continuous improvement within the audit practice and contribute to firm-wide initiatives as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
610 years of public accounting audit experience.
Prior experience in an Audit Manager role is required.
Must have held an Audit Manager title for at least 3 years at their current firm.
Strong experience managing audits and reviews for both for-profit and nonprofit clients.
Active CPA license required.
Proven ability to manage engagements independently and lead audit teams.
Strong communication leadership and client-facing skills.
Stable employment history; minimal job changes preferred.
CULTURE & ENVIRONMENT
Fully in-office collaborative team environment.
Direct access to partners and firm leadership.
High standards for quality accountability and professionalism.
Relationship-driven culture focused on long-term client and employee commitment.
Firm values stability trust and ownership over short-term turnover.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Base salary range: $90000 $130000 based on experience.
Additional earning potential tied to client responsibility and engagement ownership.
Health insurance coverage.
401(k) with 4% employer match.
CPA support and professional development assistance.
Approximately 3 weeks of starting PTO with flexibility based on role and tenure.
WHY JOIN THE TEAM
Take ownership of the audit and review function in a growing CPA firm.
Work directly with experienced partners in a stable respected environment.
Competitive compensation with upside tied to responsibility and performance.
Long-term growth opportunity with leadership visibility and influence.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: Lincolnshire IL (In-Office)
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Hours: Standard business hours
Ability to Commute/Relocate: Required
Language: English (Required)
