Audit Manager
Recutify • Lincolnshire, Illinois • Full Time
Posted on Sat, Sep 5, 2026
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 firm's 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:
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Lead and manage audit and review engagements from planning through completion.
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Oversee audits and reviews for both for-profit and nonprofit organizations.
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Supervise, mentor, and review work prepared by senior and junior audit staff.
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Ensure audits are performed in accordance with professional standards and firm methodologies.
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Serve as a primary point of contact for audit clients, maintaining strong and professional relationships.
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Collaborate closely with the Audit Partner on engagement strategy, scheduling, and execution.
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Identify issues, propose solutions, and ensure timely resolution throughout engagements.
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Support continuous improvement within the audit practice and contribute to firm-wide initiatives as needed.
Qualifications & Requirements:
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7–10+ years of public accounting audit experience.
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Prior experience in an Audit Manager role is required.
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Must have held an Audit Manager title for at least 3 years at their current firm.
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Strong experience managing audits and reviews for both for-profit and nonprofit clients.
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Active CPA license required.
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Proven ability to manage engagements independently and lead audit teams.
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Strong communication, leadership, and client-facing skills.
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Stable employment history; minimal job changes preferred.
Culture & Environment:
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Fully in-office, collaborative team environment.
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Direct access to partners and firm leadership.
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High standards for quality, accountability, and professionalism.
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Relationship-driven culture focused on long-term client and employee commitment.
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Firm values stability, trust, and ownership over short-term turnover.
Compensation & Benefits:
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Health insurance coverage.
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CPA support and professional development assistance.
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Approximately 3 weeks of starting PTO, with flexibility based on role and tenure.
Why Join the Team:
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Take ownership of the audit and review function in a growing CPA firm.
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Work directly with experienced partners in a stable, respected environment.
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Competitive compensation with upside tied to responsibility and performance.
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Long-term growth opportunity with leadership visibility and influence.
AuditFriendly salary estimate
The employer did not post a salary for this role. Based on AuditFriendly's salary intelligence model (comparable live postings, role, seniority, and location), we estimate base pay of $124,000–$157,000 per year (median ~$145,000). This is an AuditFriendly estimate, not an employer-provided figure.
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