Audit Manager, Financial Institutions Industry

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• 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 activitiesQualifications• CPA License Required• 5 years of experience, preferably in public accounting• Experience working with Financial Institutions clients, preferrably community banks and credit unions• Ability to travel to client sites• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skillsAdditional DetailsWipfli 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.comWipfli values fair, transparent, and competitive compensation, considering each candidate's unique skills and experiences. The estimated base pay range for this role is $92,000 to $145,000, with offers typically not made at the maximum, allowing for future salary increases. The actual salary at the time of offer depends on business related factors like location, skills, experience, training/education, licensure, certifications, business needs, current associate pay, and relevant employment laws.Individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, subject to participation rules and based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual and Firm performance.Wipfli cares about our associates and offers a variety of benefits to support their well-being. Highlights include 8 health plan options (both HMO & PPO plans), dental and vision coverage, opportunity to enroll in HSA with potential Firm contribution and an Employee Assistance Program. Other benefits include firm-sponsored basic life and short and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) savings plan & profit share as well as Firm matching contribution, well-being incentive, education & certification assistance, flexible time off, family care leave, parental leave, family formation benefits, cell phone reimbursement, and travel rewards. Voluntary benefit offerings include critical illness & accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, legal, long-term care, pet insurance, ID theft protection, and supplemental life/AD&D. Eligibility for all benefits programs is dependent on annual hours expectation, position status/level and location. Wipfli offers flexibility for many positions to be performed remotely; please discuss your work preferences with your recruiter during the interview process.