A leading professional services firm working with international manufacturing and distribution clients is seeking an Audit Manager to lead their Audit & Tax team at their Chicago office!

Benefits/perks:

• 401K plan with employer match, medical and dental coverage, PTO and flexible work arrangements, paid parking/public transportation, tuition reimbursement/training, and more!

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain productive relationships with client management throughout the year
• Establish expectations of value to be delivered
• Participate in performing audit procedures and tax compliance work for assigned clients, especially focusing on complex and/or specialized issues
• Liaise with Attest and Tax Specialists on unusual or complex audit and tax issues
• Collaborate to plan engagement objectives that comply with professional standards and appropriately address risk
• Develop an understanding of the client's industry and recognize key performance indicators, business trends, and emerging technical and industry developments
• Stay informed of general business/economic developments and their impact on the audit client
• Develop people by encouraging individuals to think for themselves and take responsibility for their contributions to the team
• Delegate work to team members successfully
• Conduct timely performance reviews and provide performance feedback/training
• Use technology to continually learn, share knowledge with team members, and enhance service delivery
• Maintain professional education and continually develop skills
• Maintain cooperative relationships with other teams
• Understand the firm and its clients and actively assess/present ways to apply knowledge and services
• Develop long-term relationships and networks both internally and externally
• Travel is moderate, generally only during the busy season (January-April)

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of professional experience in public accounting
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required and/or Masters degree in Accounting/Taxation
• CPA license or similar certification preferred
• Experience in the manufacturing and distribution industry required
• Dedication to teamwork and leadership
• Integrity within a professional environment
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills
• Experience in 401(k) audits
• ProSystem fx Engagement and ProSystem fx Tax experience; CCH Axcess experience

Posted On: Wednesday, November 22, 2023