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Wipfli LLP Audit Manager, Financial Institutions Industry in Sterling, Illinois
Overview
At Wipfli, people count.
At Wipfli, our people are core to everything we do—the catalyst behind our ability to create exceptional impact and extraordinary results.
We believe in flexibility. We focus on relationships. We encourage each individual to follow their own path.
People truly matter and they feel it. For those looking to make a difference and find a professional home, Wipfli offers a career-defining opportunity.
Join our team as an Audit Manager, specializing in Financial Institutions. This role is dedicated to providing exceptional audit services to clients within the financial institutions industry, including community banks, credit unions, and other financial entities. Please note, this position is focused on external audits and does not involve internal audit responsibilities. We are seeking experienced CPAs with a strong background in public accounting who are passionate about serving clients in the financial sector.
This is a hybrid role with the ability to work within 60 miles of one of our Chicago, Rockford/Sterling, IL offices.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
Manage audit, review, compilation engagements, and multiple teams. Provide performance feedback to all members of those teams when engagements end
Partner with Senior Managers, Directors, and Partners in risk assessment, audit procedures, and reporting .
Oversee daily operations of the audit engagement. From staffing, planning, budgeting, risk assessment, fieldwork, financial reporting, and the conclusion
Research and communicate guidance on complex accounting matters and transactions
Assist clients with GAAP compliance and the adoption of FASB Accounting Standard Updates . Address client concerns and resolve problems as they arise while communicating proactively and promptly
Serve as an instructor in the firm, department training programs, and meetings
Take part in and provide leadership in community, networking, and business development activities
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Qualifications:
CPA License Required
5 years of experience, preferably in public accounting
Ability to travel to client sites
Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Kristin Kallies, from our recruiting team, will be guiding you through this process. Visit herLinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinkallies/) page to connect!
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Additional Details
Wipfli is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All candidates will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identify, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Wipfli is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or participate in our recruiting process, please send us an email at hr@wipfli.com
Job LocationsUS-IL-Chicago | US-IL-Naperville | US-IL-Lincolnshire | US-IL-Tinley Park | US-IL-Rockford | US-IL-Sterling
Job ID 2024-6488
Category Audit
Remote No