Audit Senior Associate

CBIZ; Deerfield (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CBIZ is seeking an experienced auditor in Deerfield, Illinois. The role involves completing all aspects of audit engagements while adhering to quality standards and engagement budgets. Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience in public accounting. The position also offers opportunities to train associates and switch specializations.

Preferred qualifications include a Master's degree in Accounting or Taxation. This position may require travel based on client needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with a preference for a Master’s degree.
• Minimum 2 years experience in public accounting.
• CPA candidates preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete all aspects of audit engagements for clients.
• Review associates' work and provide feedback.
• Train and mentor associate staff.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Knowledge of tax laws

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Master's degree in Accounting, Taxation or related field

Tools

Accounting software

Spreadsheet applications

Job description

Job Description

• Complete all aspects of audit engagements for clients including status updates to engagement managers and adhere to all quality control standards as required
• Demonstrate understanding of the client's business including analysis and planning of client engagements
• Adhere to engagement budget constraints and complete assigned tasks within the time requested, explain variances when needed
• Achieve charge hour goals
• Review associates' accounting, tax or auditing work: provide constructive review points
• May supervise associates on engagements
• Train and mentor associate staff
• May be involved in the client billing process by assisting Managers or Directors
• Identify and begin to develop knowledge in selected specialty practice
• Leverage industry knowledge and business acumen blending cross serve opportunities into client engagements
• Participate in practice development activities such as: membership in qualified organizations capable of referring potential engagements
• Execute administrative duties as assigned
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Accounting, Taxation or related field

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred in Accounting, Taxation or related field
• 2 years of experience in public accounting or related field
• CPA candidates preferred
• Ability to manage deadlines, work on multiple assignments and prioritize each assignment as necessary
• Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of organization, both internally and externally
• Proficient use of applicable technology
• Must be able to travel based on client and business needs