Job Description

Location: Chicago and North Suburbs, Illinois (Hybrid)
Compensation: $115,000 - $150,000 base salary, plus bonus eligibility

About the Opportunity

A highly respected Illinois public accounting, tax, and advisory firm serving middle-market and closely held businesses is looking for an Audit Manager to join its growing Audit & Assurance practice. This leadership role offers direct partner exposure, meaningful client relationships, and a clear path to Senior Manager, Director, and Partner.

What You'll Do

• Lead and manage audit and assurance engagements from planning through completion
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients
• Review audit workpapers and financial statements
• Manage engagement budgets, staffing, and timelines
• Mentor, coach, and develop staff and senior associates
• Identify opportunities to bring additional value to clients
• Ensure compliance with professional and regulatory standards
• Work closely with Partners on client service and practice growth

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; Master's preferred
• Active CPA license (required)
• 5+ years of public accounting and financial statement audit experience
• 2+ years of supervisory or management experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and auditing standards
• Strong client relationship and staff development skills
• Private equity experience highly preferred
• Big 4, national, regional, or local public accounting backgrounds welcome

What's Offered

• $115,000 - $150,000 base salary plus bonus eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and paid holidays
• Hybrid work schedule
• CPA and continuing education support, plus leadership training
• Better work-life balance outside of peak audit season
• Clear path to Senior Manager, Director, and Partner

How to Apply

All applications are handled confidentially through the recruiter. Please contact Kayla Reuer to apply or to learn more.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.