Manager, Assurance

Forvis Mazars, LLP•Decatur, IL

1d•$98,900 - $144,980

About The Position

The Assurance team provides independent, objective services that bring transparency and confidence to financial reporting. It draws on industry knowledge and a proactive, communicative approach to help clients navigate complex reporting requirements. The Manager, Assurance manages audit engagements from planning through execution, ensuring coordinated fieldwork, timely completion, and compliance with professional standards and client expectations. The role applies GAAP expertise and research on complex accounting and audit matters, reviews workpapers, communicates findings, and works with senior client stakeholders to identify risks and implement practical solutions. The manager also promotes client service, supports client growth and retention, manages resources and budgets, and represents the firm at industry events and networking forums. The position includes mentoring and managing assurance professionals through coaching, performance feedback, and career development support. The manager maintains technical expertise through continuing professional education and stays current on industry trends and regulatory changes. Travel flexibility is required for client engagements and internal meetings, potentially including overnight stays. The role is full-time. The posted Illinois salary range is $98,900 to $144,980, with compensation based on the candidate’s experience, education, and skills. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(k), bonuses, profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
At least 5 years of relevant audit experience.
Current and valid CPA license.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Flexibility to travel for client engagements and internal meetings, potentially including overnight stays.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a related field.
Experience with Caseware software for financial reporting and audit documentation.

Responsibilities

Manage the planning and execution of audit engagements, coordinating fieldwork and ensuring timely completion of procedures in accordance with professional standards and client expectations.
Apply GAAP knowledge to support accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and identification of discrepancies or risks.
Research complex accounting and audit matters, apply findings to client engagements, and communicate them in clear, well-structured written reports.
Review audit workpapers for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with professional standards and firm policies.
Work proactively with senior client stakeholders to identify audit risks, offer insights, and implement practical solutions.
Promote excellent client service, responsiveness, and quality while building long-term relationships as a trusted advisor and strategic partner.
Support client growth and retention through strategic planning and business development.
Mentor and manage assurance professionals, providing coaching, performance feedback, and career development support.
Manage resources, budgets, and project workflows to resolve scheduling conflicts and deliver engagements on time and cost-effectively.
Maintain technical expertise through continuing professional education and stay current on industry trends and regulatory changes.
Represent the firm at industry events and networking forums to increase brand visibility and cultivate business opportunities.