Cotton & Company LLP
Principal, Not-For-Profit Audit
Cotton & Company LLP, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Principal, Not-For-Profit Audit
(US - Remote)
What to expect when you join the Sikich family
Team members at Sikich have a lot in common while also being part of a rich and diverse group of contributors, creating a distinct and thriving culture. Chief among our commonalities is a desire for growth and a shared unity of purpose in our professional lives. We believe that through diverse perspectives, challenging the status quo and rewarding action, we accelerate innovation and drive growth - for our clients, for ourselves and for our communities.
The professional services landscape continues to evolve. For Sikich, this means we have an opportunity to further cement our leadership position in this industry and continue to grow our organization in increasingly exciting ways.
Are you ready to grow with us?
Position Summary
Reporting to the Service Line Leader, Not-For-Profit, the Principal, Not-For-Profit Audit will drive growth and revenue through external client engagements and strong collaboration across the company. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities within the non-profit sector and will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of audit engagements for our selected non-profit clients.
What will you do in this role?
Leader of the NFP Northern Illinois Team
Business Development of new NFP leads in Northern Illinois
Drive project and team management with the Northern Illinois NFP group
Develop and maintain strong relationships with non-profit clients, providing exceptional client service and addressing their unique needs.
Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards, regulations, and best practices.
Mentor and develop audit staff, providing guidance and support to enhance their professional growth.
Collaborate with other departments within the firm to provide comprehensive services to non-profit clients.
Stay current with industry trends and developments, and proactively identify opportunities for growth and improvement within the non-profit audit practice.
Participate in business development activities, including networking, proposal writing, and presentations to prospective clients.
What do you need to succeed in this role?
Strong leadership and team management
Technical experience in NFP Industry - 15 years, CPA required
Strong business development and history of growth
Strong knowledge of non-profit accounting standards and regulations.
Proven leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
In addition, specific skills/experience required are as follows:
Servant Leader - You are hyper focused on engaging employees, fostering their development, and building a positive culture.
Solutions Focused - You see opportunities in every business problem and can develop, articulate, and implement solutions.
Collaboration - You are a relationship builder across all levels of the organization and across all business units.
Instills Trust - You do what you say, and you follow through on commitments, you act with integrity, you are consistent and are perceived as credible.
Impact & Influence Thinking - You gain support for ideas, proposals, and solutions, and get others to act, with or without formal authority, to advance initiatives/objectives.
About Sikich
Sikich is a global company specializing in Accounting, Advisory, and Technical professional services. With employees across the globe, Sikich ranks as one of the largest professional services companies in the United States.
Sikich Total Rewards
Our team members enjoy expansive benefits ranging from competitive compensation and insurance options to wellness programs and a flexible time off policy, to name only a few.
Want to learn more? Visit our Careers website or Glassdoor profile.
Sikich is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.
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(US - Remote)
What to expect when you join the Sikich family
Team members at Sikich have a lot in common while also being part of a rich and diverse group of contributors, creating a distinct and thriving culture. Chief among our commonalities is a desire for growth and a shared unity of purpose in our professional lives. We believe that through diverse perspectives, challenging the status quo and rewarding action, we accelerate innovation and drive growth - for our clients, for ourselves and for our communities.
The professional services landscape continues to evolve. For Sikich, this means we have an opportunity to further cement our leadership position in this industry and continue to grow our organization in increasingly exciting ways.
Are you ready to grow with us?
Position Summary
Reporting to the Service Line Leader, Not-For-Profit, the Principal, Not-For-Profit Audit will drive growth and revenue through external client engagements and strong collaboration across the company. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities within the non-profit sector and will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of audit engagements for our selected non-profit clients.
What will you do in this role?
Leader of the NFP Northern Illinois Team
Business Development of new NFP leads in Northern Illinois
Drive project and team management with the Northern Illinois NFP group
Develop and maintain strong relationships with non-profit clients, providing exceptional client service and addressing their unique needs.
Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards, regulations, and best practices.
Mentor and develop audit staff, providing guidance and support to enhance their professional growth.
Collaborate with other departments within the firm to provide comprehensive services to non-profit clients.
Stay current with industry trends and developments, and proactively identify opportunities for growth and improvement within the non-profit audit practice.
Participate in business development activities, including networking, proposal writing, and presentations to prospective clients.
What do you need to succeed in this role?
Strong leadership and team management
Technical experience in NFP Industry - 15 years, CPA required
Strong business development and history of growth
Strong knowledge of non-profit accounting standards and regulations.
Proven leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
In addition, specific skills/experience required are as follows:
Servant Leader - You are hyper focused on engaging employees, fostering their development, and building a positive culture.
Solutions Focused - You see opportunities in every business problem and can develop, articulate, and implement solutions.
Collaboration - You are a relationship builder across all levels of the organization and across all business units.
Instills Trust - You do what you say, and you follow through on commitments, you act with integrity, you are consistent and are perceived as credible.
Impact & Influence Thinking - You gain support for ideas, proposals, and solutions, and get others to act, with or without formal authority, to advance initiatives/objectives.
About Sikich
Sikich is a global company specializing in Accounting, Advisory, and Technical professional services. With employees across the globe, Sikich ranks as one of the largest professional services companies in the United States.
Sikich Total Rewards
Our team members enjoy expansive benefits ranging from competitive compensation and insurance options to wellness programs and a flexible time off policy, to name only a few.
Want to learn more? Visit our Careers website or Glassdoor profile.
Sikich is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.
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