Audit Manager

Requirements

• Our ideal candidate is a certified public accountant (CPA) with at least 5 years of A&A experience in public accounting. In addition, the role requires:
• Bachelor's degree in accounting required, Masters or advanced degree desired
• CPA is required
• Experience with private equity clients
• Five (5)+ years of experience providing financial statement auditing services
• Two (2)+ years of supervisory experience, mentoring and counseling associates
• Demonstrated management, analytical, organization, interpersonal, project management, and communication skills
• Ability to lead and supervise others, provide exceptional client service, demonstrate commitment to continuous learning in order to stay current regarding applicable strategies, see the "big picture" as well as the details, display appropriate ethical knowledge and commitment, and exhibit a sense of urgency and commitment to quality and the timely completion of projects.
• Highly developed software and Microsoft Suite skills
• Join a Firm That Expects More — and Gives More
• We’re building a firm of people who take pride in doing things the right way.
• We’re looking for individuals who are:
• Intellectually curious – You think critically, ask better questions, and don’t settle for surface-level answers.
• Hardworking – You bring determination and follow-through, especially when it matters most.
• Personable – You build trust naturally—with clients and teammates alike.
• Driven – You care about growth, accountability, and becoming exceptional at your craft.
• Client Service Oriented – You understand that responsiveness, quality, and relationships are what define great firms.
• What Makes Us Different
• We believe our people want:
• Meaningful client relationships – not just compliance work
• A team of high performers – not passengers
• Clear expectations and accountability – not ambiguity
• Opportunities to grow into leaders – not static roles
• A voice in shaping the firm’s future – not just executing tasks
• We’re intentional about building a culture where performance matters, collaboration is real, and people take ownership.
• Who Will Thrive Here
• You’ll do well here if you:
• Take initiative without waiting to be asked
• Care about the details and the bigger picture
• Communicate clearly and confidently
• Are career driven and motivated
• Want to be part of a team that pushes each other to be better
• Mowery & Schoenfeld, LLC is an accounting and advisory services firm headquartered in Lincolnshire, Illinois, with satellite offices in the Chicago Loop, Downtown Miami, and the Philippines. Our organization is focused on providing personalized service to each client, building a lasting and trusted relationship. Made up of 20 partners and over 200 total employees, Mowery & Schoenfeld ranks among the top ten firms in Illinois and recently named one of the largest accounting firms in Chicago by Crain’s Chicago Business.
• We take culture seriously by providing a supportive environment focused on growth. Our Firm has been named a Best Firms to Work For by Accounting Today, a Best Firms for Women by Accounting Today, and a Best Place to Work in Chicago by Crain’s Chicago Business. Mowery & Schoenfeld offers comprehensive tax, assurance, transaction advisory, outsourced accounting, wealth management, international tax, and business advisory services.
• Through our M&S Cares program, we prioritize giving back and provide opportunities for our team to support our larger community. We are grateful to be recognized with the Illinois CPA Society's Time and Talent Public Service Volunteerism Award, awarded to only one firm each year.
• We are always looking for employees with a focus on growth, community, and superior client service to join our team.
• Mowery & Schoenfeld is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, or age.
• For more information on our benefits, click here:
• https://www.msllc.com/careers/our-benefits/