Audit Manager
At a glance
Manager-level Audit & Controls role at Mowery & Schoenfeld LLC. Lincolnshire · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate $85,000–$141,265 across the United States.
Mowery & Schoenfeld LLC has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.
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What you'll do
- Lead audit work for clients while partnering closely with firm leadership on service and business growth
- Coach and mentor staff, helping them strengthen their technical and professional abilities
- Oversee financial statement audits and guide projects toward quality results and timely completion
- Build client relationships through responsive service and clear communication
What you bring
- You hold a CPA license and a bachelor's degree in accounting
- You have at least five years delivering financial statement audits in public accounting
- You bring private equity client experience and at least two years supervising and developing associates
- You can lead teams, manage projects, analyze details and communicate effectively
Who this fits
This manager role suits an experienced public-accounting auditor who wants both client responsibilities and staff development. The position is onsite in Lincolnshire, Illinois.
From the employer
Are you seeking a firm where growth and development are a priority and where relationships both within the firm and with clients are fostered? Do you wish to continue your career within public accounting getting high-visibility access to leadership and a variety of client work, and a true collaborative culture!
Mowery & Schoenfeld is adding an Audit Manager to our growing team. In this role, you will work side-by-side with firm leadership to serve clients and build the business, having a direct impact on the firm’s success. Additionally, you will be a mentor and coach to a group of talented staff, utilizing your expertise to help develop their technical and professional skills.
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.
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