EBP Audit Manager | Up to $175K

Audit Manager | EBP & Assurance | Up to $170K+

We are partnering with an established public accounting firm on an Audit Manager opportunity with a strong focus on Employee Benefit Plan (EBP) audits. This is a client-facing leadership role for an experienced auditor who enjoys managing complex engagements, developing staff, and serving as a trusted advisor to clients. The ideal candidate will have approximately 5+ years of public accounting experience, with significant EBP audit experience and the ability to take ownership of engagements from planning through completion. This is an opportunity to step into a management role with meaningful responsibility across the audit practice.

What You'll Do

• Manage EBP audit engagements from planning through completion
• Oversee audit fieldwork, testing, documentation, and reporting
• Review financial statements, workpapers, and audit deliverables
• Communicate audit findings, recommendations, and engagement progress to clients
• Provide technical guidance, coaching, and development to audit staff
• Manage engagement budgets, timelines, and workflow
• Assist with for-profit audit engagements and other assurance work as needed
• Apply knowledge of Uniform Guidance and other compliance requirements
• Work closely with partners and leadership on complex engagements
• Identify opportunities to improve client processes, controls, and efficiencies

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of current public accounting experience
• Strong Employee Benefit Plan (EBP) audit experience
• CPA or actively pursuing CPA certification
• For-profit audit experience is a plus
• Strong technical knowledge of audit and accounting principles
• Excellent client communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to manage multiple engagements, priorities, and deadlines
• Experience mentoring and developing staff
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work primarily in office (4-5x a week in Chicago)

Compensation & Benefits

• Up to $170K+ base salary, depending on experience
• 100% Employer funded Medical & Vision
• 401K w/ Profit Sharing
• 4-6+ weeks PTO (DOE)
• Tuition reimbursement & paid professional certification costs

If you're an experienced auditor with strong EBP experience and interested in learning more, please either apply or send your resume directly to [email protected] for confidential consideration!