Senior Audit Associate

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. Execute audit engagements with accuracy, technical skill, and professional judgment .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesSenior💰 $70,000 - $133,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in executing audit engagements, preparing financial statements, and managing client relationships. Proficient in leading and mentoring audit teams while effectively communicating financial information.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Accounting3–5 Years Of Experience In Public AccountingProficiency In Microsoft ExcelExperience With CaseWareLicensed CPA

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Hard Skills

Audit Engagement ExecutionFinancial Statement PreparationTrial Balance AssemblyTechnical Skill In AuditingTime Management

Soft Skills

Exceptional Verbal CommunicationExceptional Written CommunicationCollaborationMentoringRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

CaseWareMicrosoft Excel

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed CPAMaster's Degree (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingTechnology

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute audit engagements with accuracy, technical skill, and professional judgment
Prepare audit work papers and adjusting trial balances
Plan and schedule client engagements with effective time management
Assemble trial balances and compile financial statements into clear, written reports
Communicate the accuracy of financial statements and key financial information to clients and team members
Build and maintain productive relationships with clients and colleagues
Lead, mentor, and support the professional development of team members
Travel to client sites as needed
Lead end-to-end client engagements and build long-term client relationships
Work with diverse industries including Manufacturing and Technology
Mentor and develop a team of audit professionals

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting
3–5 years of experience in public accounting
Experience in Manufacturing and/or Technology industries
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Experience with CaseWare or comparable audit software
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment
Preferred: Master's degree
Preferred: Licensed CPA

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
401k with Profit Sharing
9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
Top rated wellness program
Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options
Competitive compensation
Industry-leading benefits
Work/life balance
Continuous learning and advancement opportunities
Career growth opportunities
Opportunity to innovate and bring ideas
Collaborative culture