Audit & Accounting Manager

Job Title: Audit and Accounting Manager - Partnership Track/ExpectationLocation: Oakbrook Terrace, IL (Local Candidates Only)Employment Type: Full-TimeSalary Range: Open (Based on Experience)Experience Required: CPA with at least 8 years of public accounting experiencePosition OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled Audit and Accounting Manager to join our team in Oakbrook Terrace, IL. This role offers the potential for partnership and is ideal for a CPA with extensive public accounting experience. The ideal candidate is client-focused, motivated to grow their career, and capable of managing both assurance and tax-related projects.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform and supervise audits, reviews, and compilations for a variety of clients.Stay updated on recent accounting and auditing pronouncements, particularly for profit and not-for-profit businesses.Collaborate with and mentor junior staff to foster their professional growth.Handle tax compliance and consulting work as needed, with a preference for knowledge in both individual and business tax.Provide services for complex trusts and estate accounting (preferred).Build and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and service.Minimum Qualifications (Must-Have):CPA certification with a minimum of 8 years of public accounting experience.Proficient in performing audits, reviews, and compilations.Strong foundational knowledge in tax and accounting services.Up-to-date understanding of tax laws, regulations, and accounting pronouncements (2018 onward).Recent (2022 or later) experience in public accounting within a CPA firm.No experience with SEC or governmental audits required.Preferred Qualifications:Experience in both tax and assurance services.Comfort with individual and business tax projects.Prior exposure to complex trusts and estate accounting.Ability to train and nurture junior staff members.Work Expectations:55+ hours per week during busy seasons (January-April 15 and August-October 15).Flexible schedule outside busy seasons (40-50 hours per week).Primarily in-office role, with hybrid flexibility for candidates with 8+ years of experience (outside busy season).Local travel to client sites within the Chicagoland area as needed.Interview Process:First Interview: Conducted via Zoom with video (45 minutes).Opportunity for mutual evaluation between the candidate and company.Second Interview: In-person at the Oakbrook Terrace office (60 minutes).Includes technical questions to assess experience and suitability.Post-second interview: Application form completion and submission of three references for verification.Benefits:Competitive salary based on experience.Paid overtime/compensated time off.Employer contribution to a profit-sharing plan.401(k) Plan.Health insurance and sick pay.Paid vacation.Lifetime commission (15%) on new business brought into the firm.Flexible scheduling and hybrid work arrangements (post-orientation and outside busy season).

Created: 2025-01-09