Audit Advisor - Assurance - Audit Services - Manager - Multiple Positions - 1734906

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Pension and 401(k)

Hybrid work model

Paid time off

Job summary

Ernst & Young U.S. LLP in Chicago is seeking an Audit Advisor - Assurance (Audit Services) at Manager level for multiple positions. The role focuses on planning and performing audits under U.S. GAAS and PCAOB, applying SEC guidance, and leveraging data analytics to deliver insights for private and public company clients.

The position requires strong technical accounting knowledge, client relationship skills, and team leadership. Hybrid work model with standard office hours Monday–Friday.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance or a related field; Master’s degree acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform audit procedures in accordance with U.S. GAAS and PCAOB rules for private and public company financial statements.
• Provide audit services, demonstrating real value beyond regulatory mandate.
• Apply knowledge of SEC rules and regulations over financial reporting, and use data analytics to deliver high quality audits.
• Identify audit risks, obtain evidence and generate insights for clients.
• Manage and motivate teams; maintain long-term client relationships and develop business opportunities.

Skills

Audit expertise

US GAAS/GAAP knowledge

SOX/ICFR experience

Data analytics

Team supervision

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Economics/Finance

Master's degree in Accounting/Economics/Finance

Job description

Audit Advisor - Assurance - Audit Services - Manager - Multiple Positions - 1734906

Location: Chicago

Other locations: Primary Location Only

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Audit Advisor, Assurance (Audit Services) (Manager) (Multiple Positions) (1734906), Ernst & Young U.S. LLP, Chicago, IL.

Plan and perform audit procedures in accordance with U.S. GAAS, including PCAOB rules and regulations, for private and public company financial statements prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Provide audit services, demonstrating to clients that there is real value in the audit process, above and beyond the regulatory mandate. Apply knowledge of SEC rules and regulations over financial reporting. Apply data analytics to deliver high quality audits, providing business insight and value to clients. Identify audit risks, obtain evidence and generate unique insights for clients. Prepare, analyze, and verify financial statements and other records, using accepted accounting and statistical procedures to assess financial condition and facilitate financial planning. Provide accounting insights to clients in a clear and concise manner, including insights into complex accounting issues such as revenue recognition, share-based compensation, business combinations and internal controls. Understand the client's industry and recognize key performance drivers, business trends, and emerging technical and industry developments. Stay informed of general business/economic developments and their impact to the client.

Manage and motivate teams of professionals with diverse skills and backgrounds. Consistently deliver quality client services by monitoring progress. Demonstrate in-depth technical capabilities and professional knowledge. Maintain long-term client relationships and networks. Cultivate business development opportunities.

Full time employment, Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week, 8:30 am – 5:30 pm.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance or a related field and 5 years of progressive, post-baccalaureate financial accounting/audit work experience. Alternatively, will accept a Master’s degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance or related field and 4 years of financial accounting/audit work experience.
• Must have 2 years of experience supervising the planning and execution on audits of internal controls over financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAS and U.S. GAAP.
• Must have 2 years of experience supervising the planning, execution, reporting on audits of financial statements prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAS and U.S. GAAP.
• Must have 2 years of experience supervising audit teams consisting of two or more staff members.
• Must have 2 years of audit experience, including SOX (ICFR), with a public accounting firm that is registered with PCAOB.
• Must have 2 years of experience with audits of management review controls and testing of information produced by the entity.
• Must have 1 year of experience in the use of audit documentation software.
• Must have active US CPA certification; or foreign certificate in accountancy and sufficient coursework/experience requirements as determined by the work location state Board of Accountancy to obtain US CPA certification.
• Requires domestic travel up to 30% in order to serve client needs.
• Employer will accept any suitable combination of education, training, or experience.

What we offer

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary for this job is $107,349.00 per year. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

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