Audit Senior - Cincinnati

Clark Schaefer Hackett; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 Weeks PTO

Firm shutdown week

Comprehensive Benefits

Hybrid work

Career growth

Supportive culture

Job summary

Clark Schaefer Hackett in Cincinnati, OH is seeking an Audit Senior to lead engagements for financial services clients, oversee teams, and ensure high-quality financial reporting.

The role emphasizes risk assessment, control testing, budget oversight, and collaboration with engagement leaders. CPA preferred; hybrid work with strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field is required.
• At least two years of public accounting experience in Audit/Assurance, with financial institution clients preferred.
• CPA certification is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, AICPA audit standards, audit procedures and quality control.
• Excellent project management, analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication.
• Collaborative team player with prior team management experience.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills; able to balance multiple deadlines.
• Self-starter who can manage multiple projects independently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit engagements from planning through completion while meeting client deadlines.
• Assess business processes, accounting systems, internal controls and audit risks.
• Recommend risk management strategies to Managers, Senior Managers, and Shareholders.
• Develop audit programs and procedures aligned with identified risks and test objectives.
• Prepare and review workpapers, engagement letters, financial statements, and footnote disclosures.
• Document audit conclusions with clear, sufficient supporting evidence.
• Review team members' work for accuracy, quality, thoroughness, and timely completion.
• Supervise, coach, and train staff auditors through firsthand guidance and development opportunities.
• Resolve issues identified during the audit process in collaboration with clients and engagement leaders.
• Use firm-provided audit software to review and compile financial information.
• Help develop engagement budgets, monitor progress, and communicate potential deviations.
• Manage workload, utilization, chargeable hours, and assignment progress in partnership with managers.
• Contribute to firm committees, training initiatives, and other activities that support team and firm growth.

Skills

Project management

Analytical thinking

Critical thinking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Opportunity: Audit Senior with Clark Schaefer Hackett in Cincinnati, OH

Are you an experienced audit professional who enjoys leading engagements, developing team members, and helping clients strengthen their financial reporting processes? If you are ready to take ownership of complex work while growing your career in public accounting, we want to hear from you!

As an Audit Senior, you will lead and execute audit engagements for a diverse client base, primarily serving financial services clients, including community banks and investment companies. You will oversee engagement teams, evaluate financial records and internal controls, identify risks, resolve audit issues, and provide insights that help clients improve their financial reporting processes.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead audit engagements from planning through completion while meeting client deadlines and firm quality standards.
• Assess business processes, accounting systems, internal controls, and audit risks.
• Recommend risk management strategies to Managers, Senior Managers, and Shareholders.
• Develop audit programs and procedures aligned with identified risks and test objectives.
• Prepare and review workpapers, engagement letters, financial statements, and footnote disclosures.
• Document audit conclusions with clear, sufficient supporting evidence.
• Review team members' work for accuracy, quality, thoroughness, and timely completion.
• Supervise, coach, and train staff auditors through firsthand guidance and development opportunities.
• Resolve issues identified during the audit process in collaboration with clients and engagement leaders.
• Use firm-provided audit software to review and compile financial information.
• Help develop engagement budgets, monitor progress, and communicate potential deviations.
• Manage workload, utilization, chargeable hours, and assignment progress in partnership with managers.
• Contribute to firm committees, training initiatives, and other activities that support team and firm growth.

The ideal candidate is a motivated audit professional with strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and a client-focused approach. They can balance multiple priorities, work effectively both independently and with a team, and consistently follow through on budgets and deadlines. A solid knowledge of audit and accounting standards is essential.

Qualifications include:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field; required.
• At least two years of public accounting experience within Audit/Assurance, preferably working with financial institution clients; required.
• CPA certification; preferred.
• Knowledge of GAAP, AICPA audit standards, common audit procedures and techniques, and quality control standards.
• Strong project management, analytical and critical thinking
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Collaborative team player with prior team management experience and the ability to effectively manage both internal and external teams.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills with the ability to balance competing deadlines and commitments.
• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple projects independently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Why Join CSH?

• 5 Weeks PTO PLUS a firm shut down week! Generous time off to recharge.
• Comprehensive Benefits - including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, Employee Assistance Program, and Parental Leave.
• Hybrid Work - Flexibility to balance work and life.
• Career Growth - Company stability + a multitude of learning, and development opportunities.
• Supportive Culture - We invest in YOU.

Our Culture & REAL Values

• Excellence - We strive for the highest standards.
• Accountability - We deliver on our promises.
• Leadership - We empower others to succeed.

Ready to take the next big step in your career?

Join a firm that truly invests in you—where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your impact is real.