Audit Assistant

Stillman Law Office (MI, MD, DE, DC, MA, NH, CT, VA & OH); Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 57,308,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

PTO

Professional growth

Team environment

Job summary

Stillman Law Office in Farmington Hills, MI, is seeking an Audit Assistant to support client audits, compliance, and regulatory reviews onsite. You will coordinate audit activities, manage documentation, and assist in maintaining audit readiness.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to handle confidential information, with strong written and verbal communication and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and maintain calendars for client audits and regulatory reviews.
• Schedule meetings with stakeholders and audit participants.
• Track audit timelines, milestones, and action items.
• Gather, organize, and maintain audit documentation.
• Support responses to client audit requests and inquiries.
• Maintain audit-readiness files and records.
• Prepare reports and status updates for compliance activities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Project coordination

Time management

Problem solving

Accountability

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

Teams

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Farmington Hills, Michigan (Onsite)

Compensation: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

About Stillman Law Office

Stillman Law Office is a multi-state creditors' rights law firm headquartered in Farmington Hills, Michigan. We are committed to delivering exceptional client service while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, compliance, and operational excellence.

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Audit Assistant to join our team. This role plays an important part in supporting the Firm's client audit, compliance, and regulatory review functions. The successful candidate will help coordinate audit activities, manage documentation, support client requests, and assist in maintaining the Firm's audit readiness.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for someone interested in compliance, audit support, legal operations, or risk management within a professional services environment.

Position Summary

The Audit Assistant supports the Firm's client audit, compliance, and regulatory review processes through audit coordination, documentation management, reporting, and administrative support. This role works closely with attorneys, compliance professionals, operations leadership, and client-facing teams to ensure audit requests are completed accurately, efficiently, and within required deadlines.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, and committed to maintaining confidentiality, accuracy, and professionalism in all aspects of their work.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Coordination & Scheduling

• Coordinate and maintain calendars for client audits, regulatory reviews, internal audits, and compliance assessments
• Schedule meetings, interviews, and follow-up sessions with internal stakeholders and audit participants
• Track audit timelines, deliverables, milestones, and action items to support successful audit completion
• Communicate audit schedules, requirements, deadlines, and expectations to relevant stakeholders

Audit Support & Documentation Management

• Gather, organize, and maintain documentation required for client audits, due diligence reviews, and compliance assessments
• Compile materials from individual accounts, departments, operational records, policies, and procedures to support audit requests
• Review documentation for completeness, accuracy, and consistency prior to submission
• Maintain centralized repositories of audit-related records and supporting evidence
• Ensure audit documentation is properly filed, retained, and readily accessible

Client Audit & Compliance Support

• Assist in responding to client audit requests and due diligence inquiries
• Coordinate with attorneys, operations personnel, compliance staff, and management to obtain requested information
• Support the preparation of audit response packages demonstrating adherence to client expectations, contractual obligations, and regulatory requirements
• Track outstanding information requests and help ensure timely responses

Regulatory & Contractual Compliance Support

• Assist in maintaining records demonstrating compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards
• Support documentation efforts related to client contractual requirements, service-level expectations, and operational controls
• Help organize evidence related to Firm policies, procedures, training programs, quality assurance initiatives, and information security practices
• Maintain audit-readiness files and compliance-related records

Reporting & Administrative Support

• Maintain audit tracking logs, documentation inventories, and request lists
• Prepare spreadsheets, status reports, summaries, and other materials supporting audit and compliance activities
• Assist in identifying opportunities to improve audit preparation, documentation processes, and workflow efficiencies
• Support special projects related to compliance, risk management, client requirements, and operational improvement initiatives
• Contribute to special projects and perform other related duties as assigned to support departmental and Firm objectives

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and Teams
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretionAbility to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• One to two years of administrative, compliance, audit support, legal support, records management, or document management experience
• Experience supporting audits, compliance initiatives, quality assurance programs, or operational reviews
• Experience within a law firm, financial services organization, collections environment, or other regulated industry
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements, client audits, vendor reviews, or contractual compliance standards
• Experience collecting, organizing, and responding to client due diligence or audit requests
• Experience preparing reports, tracking documentation, and managing large volumes of information

Skills & Abilities

• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Professional written and verbal communication
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
• Excellent documentation and file-management practices
• Client-service mindset with a commitment to professionalism
• Accountability, follow-through, and ownership of assigned responsibilities
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment

Benefits

Stillman Law Office offers a competitive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and professional growth of our employees, including:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Collaborative and team-oriented work environment

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Background check
• Drug screening

Stillman Law Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable law.