2027 Audit Associate

Vrakas CPAs + Advisors; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with profit sharing

Comprehensive benefits

Generous PTO

Job summary

Vrakas CPAs + Advisors in Chicago is seeking an Audit Associate to join our assurance team. The role involves audits, reviews, and special projects in a dynamic downtown office environment.

Ideal candidates have 0–3 years in assurance, a BA in Accounting with a 3.0+ GPA, and CPA-seeking goals. You’ll contribute to client relationships and ongoing education while growing professionally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with minimum GPA 3.0.
• 0–3 years of public accounting assurance experience.
• Eligible to sit for the CPA exam or pursuing requirements.
• Internships/work experience are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform audits, reviews, and special projects per standards.
• Communicate with engagement leaders on items and issues.
• Prepare financial statements, footnotes, and reports.
• Develop GAAP knowledge and accounting procedures.
• Maintain professional client communication and relationships.
• Participate in continuing professional education.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients and staff.
• Identify process improvements to increase efficiency.

Skills

Auditing skills

Attention to detail

Communication

CPA exam pursuit

Professional skepticism

Education

Bachelor’s in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ready to take your professional journey to new heights?

The Vrakas CPAs + Advisors team is looking for an Audit Associate to bring a unique spark to our talented assurance team based in our vibrant downtown Chicago office in 2027.

If you’re a self-starter eager to carve out your career path at your own pace and want to be a key player in the firm’s success, then you might be the perfect fit for our team. At Vrakas, we’re not just filling a position; we’re crafting a one-of-a-kind career opportunity tailored to your needs.

The responsibilities, opportunities, and qualifications for this position are as follows:

Responsibilities& Opportunities

• Perform a wide range of work as part of assurance teams, including audits, reviews, and special projects, following firm and professional standards and as directed by engagement leaders.
• Communicate promptly with engagement leaders regarding open items, testing issues, or other essential matters.
• Prepare financial statements and footnotes, management reports, and other engagement outputs.
• Develop technical competency with GAAP and accounting procedures.
• Communicate promptly, accurately, positively, and professionally with clients and firm associates.
• Establish and maintain effective client relationships through regular communications, including on-site visits.
• Participate in continuing professional education programs.
• Serve as a trusted business advisor for clients and associates.
• Proactively identify improvement opportunities in processes to enhance efficiency, recognize potential issues and/or opportunities in engagements, and discuss with engagement leaders.

Requirements

• 0-3 years of experience providing assurance services in public accounting.
• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting with a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 is required.
• Eligible to sit for the CPA exam or intend to continue to pursue the required educational requirements to become eligible.
• Relevant internship and work experience is a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Windows and Office products.
• General knowledge of accounting principles and/or regulations.
• Willingness to learn new skills and programs.
• Strong verbal/written communication skills, as well as practical interpersonal skills.
• Passion for doing impactful work, professionalism, integrity, and dependability.

WhyVrakas?

We’reproud of our supportive, people-first culture where your voice matters.You’llcollaborate with a team of experienced professionals who are invested in both client success and each other’s development. We offer opportunities to build your skills, make a meaningful impact, and join a collaborative learning environment where sharing knowledge helps everyone grow and progress together.

With competitive pay, a strong 401(k) andprofit-sharingplan, comprehensive benefits, and generous paid time off,there’sno shortage of reasons to jump aboard.VisitourCulture&Benefitspageformoredetails.The estimated salary range for this role is$63,000-$89,000.Individual salaries aredeterminedbased on multiple factors, including the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and location.

AtVrakas,weareproudtobefiercelyindependentinourmissiontostandtallasoneofthelargestlocally ownedCPAfirmsintheMidwest.

Chicago Office: 29 E. Madison Street, Suite 800, Chicago, IL 60602

Vrakas CPAs + Advisors does not accept unsolicited resumes, candidate profiles, referrals, or other candidate information from third-party recruiters or agencies. Please note that Vrakas is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited submissions. All unsolicited submissions will become the property of Vrakas CPAs + Advisors. Vrakas CPAs + Advisors reserves the right to pursue, contact, interview, and hire any candidateidentifiedthrough unsolicited submissions without financial obligation to the submitting agency.