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At CDH CPA, PLLC, we believe in investing in our people. Recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Illinois and a leading firm by Inside Public Accounting, we provide a workplace where employees feel valued and supported. From competitive benefits and flexible work arrangements to professional development and leadership opportunities, CDH is a place where you can build a fulfilling and rewarding career.
The Assurance Manager has shared responsibility for the overall operation of the Firm’s Assurance department from a staff management, project service and delivery perspective. The Assurance Manager oversees the preparation and delivery of Firm assurance and review engagements.
Professional Responsibilities
Reports departmental performance to management and offers suggestions about department strategy and resource utilization
Determine and suggest new processes to help efficiency
Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
Researches applicable U.S. GAAS and GAAP standards and rules and ensures updates to relevant topics are thoroughly researched and communicated to the department and clients
Serves as departmental role model by adopting CDH core values and the Firm’s Five Star philosophy specifically in the areas of providing outstanding service to existing and potential clients; communicating effectively with team members and fostering a spirit of teamwork and continuous improvement
Hires, supervises, trains, mentors and develops all levels of department staff from interns through seniors
Participates in firm-wide leadership activities including monthly and annual staff meetings, performance meetings, recruitment activities and other duties necessary to advance departmental and firm initiatives
Meets with potential or existing external clients to develop client relationships; starts becoming key client contact
Assumes overall responsibility in all phases of multiple audit and review engagements, including planning, internal control analysis and preparing detailed reports on findings
Involved with engagement budgeting, delegating and monitoring workloads, along with client satisfaction
Strong project management and organization skills to oversee the engagement progress, as well as supervise multiple staff.
Manages and supervises the execution of external audit and review engagements:
Has knowledge of U.S. GAAS requirements related to key audit areas such as cash, accounts receivable, long-term debt, accounts payable, inventory, accruals and income statement
Prepares and reviews financial statements, and other reports using Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards in the United States of America
Completes and/or supervises audit planning including assessment of inherent risk, control risk, and determination of risks related to each engagement
Performs inventory observations to ensure accuracy and existence
Has ability to complete current and deferred tax provisions
Uses analytics to complete financial statement reviews
Identifies the need for specialists on an engagement
Collects and analyzes data to detect deficient controls, fraud, or non-compliance with laws, regulations, and management policies
Applies U.S. GAAP and GAAS to complex testing areas, designs and performs audit tests and explains attest report
Uses logic and reasoning to examine and evaluate financial and information systems, recommending controls to ensure system reliability and data integrity
Uses relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards
Understands the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making
Reports to clients’ management about audit results, including business strategies, practices and policies, and recommend changes in operations and financial activities
Proficient with Excel, Word, and ability to learn and train/supervise others on data extraction and other software used for audit efficiency
Personal Responsibilities
Attend professional development and training sessions on a regular basis, along with directly educating the department
Follow and promote CDH Core Values and Five Star philosophy, including excellent client service, communication and interpersonal skills
Maintain and expand knowledge base in area of expertise
Take proactive career steps
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or related field
Current CPA license
4-8 years of related experience in public accounting
Experience with U.S. GAAP, GAAS and SOX, along with project and client management
Ability and willingness to travel to clients within the Firm’s market area
We are an equal opportunity employer. EEO/AA/D/V/F
At CDH CPA, PLLC, we believe in investing in our people. Recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Illinois and a leading firm by Inside Public Accounting, we provide a workplace where employees feel valued and supported. From competitive benefits and flexible work arrangements to professional development and leadership opportunities, CDH is a place where you can build a fulfilling and rewarding career.
The Assurance Manager has shared responsibility for the overall operation of the Firm’s Assurance department from a staff management, project service and delivery perspective. The Assurance Manager oversees the preparation and delivery of Firm assurance and review engagements.
Professional Responsibilities
Reports departmental performance to management and offers suggestions about department strategy and resource utilization
Determine and suggest new processes to help efficiency
Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
Researches applicable U.S. GAAS and GAAP standards and rules and ensures updates to relevant topics are thoroughly researched and communicated to the department and clients
Serves as departmental role model by adopting CDH core values and the Firm’s Five Star philosophy specifically in the areas of providing outstanding service to existing and potential clients; communicating effectively with team members and fostering a spirit of teamwork and continuous improvement
Hires, supervises, trains, mentors and develops all levels of department staff from interns through seniors
Participates in firm-wide leadership activities including monthly and annual staff meetings, performance meetings, recruitment activities and other duties necessary to advance departmental and firm initiatives
Meets with potential or existing external clients to develop client relationships; starts becoming key client contact
Assumes overall responsibility in all phases of multiple audit and review engagements, including planning, internal control analysis and preparing detailed reports on findings
Involved with engagement budgeting, delegating and monitoring workloads, along with client satisfaction
Strong project management and organization skills to oversee the engagement progress, as well as supervise multiple staff.
Manages and supervises the execution of external audit and review engagements:
Has knowledge of U.S. GAAS requirements related to key audit areas such as cash, accounts receivable, long-term debt, accounts payable, inventory, accruals and income statement
Prepares and reviews financial statements, and other reports using Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards in the United States of America
Completes and/or supervises audit planning including assessment of inherent risk, control risk, and determination of risks related to each engagement
Performs inventory observations to ensure accuracy and existence
Has ability to complete current and deferred tax provisions
Uses analytics to complete financial statement reviews
Identifies the need for specialists on an engagement
Collects and analyzes data to detect deficient controls, fraud, or non-compliance with laws, regulations, and management policies
Applies U.S. GAAP and GAAS to complex testing areas, designs and performs audit tests and explains attest report
Uses logic and reasoning to examine and evaluate financial and information systems, recommending controls to ensure system reliability and data integrity
Uses relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards
Understands the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making
Reports to clients’ management about audit results, including business strategies, practices and policies, and recommend changes in operations and financial activities
Proficient with Excel, Word, and ability to learn and train/supervise others on data extraction and other software used for audit efficiency
Personal Responsibilities
Attend professional development and training sessions on a regular basis, along with directly educating the department
Follow and promote CDH Core Values and Five Star philosophy, including excellent client service, communication and interpersonal skills
Maintain and expand knowledge base in area of expertise
Take proactive career steps
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or related field
Current CPA license
4-8 years of related experience in public accounting
Experience with U.S. GAAP, GAAS and SOX, along with project and client management
Ability and willingness to travel to clients within the Firm’s market area
We are an equal opportunity employer. EEO/AA/D/V/F
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Assurance Manager position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Chicago offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.
