Brilliant®
Audit Supervisor or Manager – Public Accounting (Chicago & Suburbs)
Salary : $115,000 to $160,000 + Bonus/Benefits
We’re partnering with a highly respected public accounting firm in Chicago that continues to grow while maintaining a strong focus on work-life balance and professional development. The firm is seeking an Audit Supervisor or Manager to join its collaborative team and take on a key leadership role in client engagements across diverse industries.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to step into a visible role within a large firm that still values people over billable hours. The environment is team-oriented, supportive, and built around flexibility, mentorship, and career progression.
Benefits
Strong firm reputation with a stable and growing client base
Excellent work-life balance and hybrid work flexibility
Competitive compensation, generous PTO, and robust benefits package
Visible growth path to Senior Manager and beyond
Key Responsibilities
Lead and review audit engagements for clients across a variety of industries
Oversee engagement planning, fieldwork, and financial statement preparation
Supervise and mentor staff and seniors, providing training and performance feedback
Manage client relationships and serve as a trusted advisor on accounting and financial reporting issues
Ensure compliance with firm policies, professional standards, and regulatory requirements
Collaborate with partners and senior leadership to support business development and firm initiatives
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field; CPA required
5+ years of public accounting experience with increasing responsibility in audit
Prior supervisory or management experience preferred
Strong technical knowledge of GAAP and GAAS
Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills
Desire to work in a supportive, growth-oriented environment with genuine balance
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We’re partnering with a highly respected public accounting firm in Chicago that continues to grow while maintaining a strong focus on work-life balance and professional development. The firm is seeking an Audit Supervisor or Manager to join its collaborative team and take on a key leadership role in client engagements across diverse industries.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to step into a visible role within a large firm that still values people over billable hours. The environment is team-oriented, supportive, and built around flexibility, mentorship, and career progression.
Benefits
Strong firm reputation with a stable and growing client base
Excellent work-life balance and hybrid work flexibility
Competitive compensation, generous PTO, and robust benefits package
Visible growth path to Senior Manager and beyond
Key Responsibilities
Lead and review audit engagements for clients across a variety of industries
Oversee engagement planning, fieldwork, and financial statement preparation
Supervise and mentor staff and seniors, providing training and performance feedback
Manage client relationships and serve as a trusted advisor on accounting and financial reporting issues
Ensure compliance with firm policies, professional standards, and regulatory requirements
Collaborate with partners and senior leadership to support business development and firm initiatives
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field; CPA required
5+ years of public accounting experience with increasing responsibility in audit
Prior supervisory or management experience preferred
Strong technical knowledge of GAAP and GAAS
Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills
Desire to work in a supportive, growth-oriented environment with genuine balance
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