Audit Senior: Direct Client Interaction & Ownership

Verital Advisory Search; Lincolnshire (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Verital Advisory Search is representing a boutique public accounting firm in the Lincolnshire, IL area seeking an Audit Senior with 2–5 years of public accounting audit experience. You will have hands-on exposure, direct client interaction, and growth opportunities within a collaborative environment.

The firm emphasizes ownership of projects, critical thinking, and mentoring from partners. The role offers exposure from day one, with open-door mentorship and a healthy workload—staff rarely exceed

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of audit experience in public accounting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• CPA eligible or actively pursuing CPA certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with audit, review, and compilation engagements for privately held clients.
• Work directly with clients to gather financial information and support engagement needs.
• Prepare workpapers, financial statements, and audit documentation.
• Identify and communicate accounting or operational issues during engagements.
• Collaborate with seniors, managers, and partners throughout the engagement process.
• Develop an understanding of client operations and industry‑specific accounting practices.
• Participate in client meetings and continue building professional communication skills.

Skills

Audit experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

Verital Advisory Search is representing a boutique public accounting firm in the Lincolnshire, IL area seeking an Audit Senior with 2–5 years of public accounting audit experience. You will have hands-on exposure, direct client interaction, and growth opportunities within a collaborative environment.

The firm emphasizes ownership of projects, critical thinking, and mentoring from partners. The role offers exposure from day one, with open-door mentorship and a healthy workload—staff rarely exceed