Associate Audit Fall 2027 | Decatur

Forvis Mazars US; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 64,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan benefits

401(k)

Bonuses

Flexible time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Forvis Mazars US is seeking accounting students for a full-time Audit role in Illinois. You will perform audit testing on financial statement accounts, collaborate with client personnel to analyze data, and assist in drafting comments and reports while engaging in meetings with partners and managers.

The role emphasizes strong communication, technical accounting knowledge, and a path toward CPA licensure in Illinois, with a focus on attention to detail and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting.
• Pursuing CPA licensure in Illinois.
• Completion of 150 credit hours prior to start date.
• Eligible to sit for CPA exam in Illinois.
• Solid technical accounting knowledge.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Complete audit testing on financial statement accounts.
• Reconciling account differences and analyzing financial data with client personnel.
• Draft management letter comments and the audit report.
• Participate in client meetings alongside Forvis Mazars partners and managers.

Skills

Communication

Technical accounting

Time management

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

CPA progress

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting

150 credit hours completed

CPA eligibility in IL

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Are you an accounting student striving for CPA eligibility and looking for a full-time opportunity in Audit? At Forvis Mazars, you can use your critical thinking abilities to help clients solve problems or apply your social skills to build rewarding business relationships. You will work with clients from a variety of industries as you develop your technical skills and strengthen the foundation on which you will build your career.

How You Will Contribute

• Completing audit testing on financial statement accounts such as cash, accounts payable, or fixed assets
• Working with client personnel to reconcile account differences and analyze financial data
• Helping to draft management letter comments and the audit report
• Participating in client meetings alongside Forvis Mazars partners and managers

We are looking for people who have Forward Vision and:

• Effective time management
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work well with a team as well as independently
• Problem-solving attitude
• Willingness to take initiative
• Close attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and against deadlines

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate positions require a bachelor's or master's degree in accounting
• Associate candidates must be pursuing the education requirements to be a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in the state in which the office is located for this position.
• Completion of required academic credits (150 credit hours) must be met prior to the start date listed for this role.
• Associates must be eligible to sit for the CPA exam in the state in which your office will be located
• Solid technical accounting knowledge
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Must have reliable transportation to and from your assigned office and be able to attend off-site meetings and events in person

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior internships in a public accounting firm performing audit work

Applicants for positions with Forvis Mazars must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

About Forvis Mazars, LLP

Forvis Mazars, LLP is an independent member of Forvis Mazars Global, a leading global professional services network. Ranked among the largest public accounting firms in the United States, our 7,000+ team members deliver assurance, tax, and consulting services to clients in all 50 states and internationally. With a legacy spanning more than 100 years, we're building something different. We are guided by a shared promise: Together, we create extraordinary experiences. That means delivering an Unmatched Client Experience® while creating a workplace where relationships matter, learning fuels growth, and every person feels valued and supported to thrive.

What We Offer

Our robust total rewards program and flexible work environment reflect our commitment to people, careers, and well-being-empowering our team to grow and thrive while delivering exceptional service. To explore what makes working at Forvis Mazars special, visit www.forvismazars.us/careers.

Legal Notice

Forvis Mazars, LLP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer in accordance with applicable law. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or other protected classifications.

It is Forvis Mazars, LLP standard policy not to accept unsolicited referrals or resumes from any source other than directly from candidates.

Forvis Mazars, LLP expressly reserves the right not to consider any unsolicited referrals, resumes or CVs from vendors including and without limitation, search firms, staffing agencies, fee-based referral services, and recruiting agencies.

Forvis Mazars, LLP further reserves the right not to pay a fee to a recruiter or recruiting agency unless such recruiter or recruiting agency has a signed vendor agreement with Forvis Mazars, LLP. Any resume(s) or CV(s) submitted to anyone working for Forvis Mazars, LLP, or submitted to a Forvis Mazars, LLP general email, without having a Forvis Mazars, LLP vendor agreement in place, will be considered the property of Forvis Mazars, LLP.

Illinois Wage Transparency

Pursuant to Illinois' Equal Pay Act, the salary range displayed is for the Illinois market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Non-exempt/hourly positions will be eligible for time and half pay for employees that work over 40 hours in a workweek. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), bonuses, profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. For more information on benefits, please visit https://resourcecenter.forvismazars.us/. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.

IL Minimum Salary (USD)

$ 71500

IL Maximum Salary (USD)

$ 71500