Michelle Lehmann, CPADirector and Head of Audit and Assurance
P 630.703.7444 | F 630.581.8301
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Overview
Michelle Lehmann is a Director and Head of the firm’s Audit and Assurance Services Group, bringing more than 20 years of experience delivering professional services to middle market private companies. She has extensive experience in audits and reviews of financial statements and employee benefit plan audits, as well as advising in the areas of strategic planning, change enablement and operational excellence.
Michelle enjoys helping clients achieve their business goals by providing high-quality service across all business solutions. Over her career, Michelle has worked in a range of industries including manufacturing, not-for-profit, higher education, professional services and technology.
Michelle plays a pivotal role in managing the firm’s Audit and Assurance Services Group, overseeing strategies for more effective service delivery, process enhancements and driving growth. She has a passion for coaching and mentoring the audit team so that they may achieve their unique professional and personal goals.
Services
Industries
Overview
Michelle Lehmann is a Director and Head of the firm’s Audit and Assurance Services Group, bringing more than 20 years of experience delivering professional services to middle market private companies. She has extensive experience in audits and reviews of financial statements and employee benefit plan audits, as well as advising in the areas of strategic planning, change enablement and operational excellence.
Michelle enjoys helping clients achieve their business goals by providing high-quality service across all business solutions. Over her career, Michelle has worked in a range of industries including manufacturing, not-for-profit, higher education, professional services and technology.
Michelle plays a pivotal role in managing the firm’s Audit and Assurance Services Group, overseeing strategies for more effective service delivery, process enhancements and driving growth. She has a passion for coaching and mentoring the audit team so that they may achieve their unique professional and personal goals.
Proactive
Michelle is an experienced auditor, trusted advisor and strategist with deep expertise collaborating with business leaders to reimagine what is possible and turn ideas into action to accomplish operational goals. She believes strong relationships are key to achieving the best outcomes. Driven by results, Michelle is known for anticipating needs and developing strategies that reduce cost of delivery, improve quality and develop high performers.
Outside of the Office
Outside of the office, Michelle finds the most joy alongside her husband, three children and golden doodle. She enjoys traveling and experiencing new places, peaceful trail walks, practicing yoga and Lake Michigan sunsets.
Certifications & Licenses
- Certified Public Accountant
- Coach at Practitioner Level, European Mentoring & Coaching Council
- Certified Change Practitioner, Prosci
Memberships & Affiliations
- European Mentoring & Coaching Council
- Association of Change Management Professionals
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
- Illinois CPA Society
Honors & Awards
- Crain's Chicago Business 2024 Notable Leader in Accounting, Consulting & Law
Education
- B.S., Accountancy, Northern Illinois University
News
CHICAGO – ORBA, one of the Midwest’s largest public accounting firms, recently announced that Kelly Buchheit, CPA, Director of Audit & Assurance Quality Control, and Michelle Lehmann, CPA, Director and Head of Audit & Assurance, have been recognized as Crain’s Chicago Business 2024 Notable Leaders in Accounting, Consulting & Law.
ORBA Welcomes Michelle Lehmann, CPA, as Head of Audit Group
ORBA, one of Chicago’s largest public accounting firms, is pleased to announce that Michelle Lehmann, CPA, has joined the firm as a Director and head of the firm’s Audit Group.
