Audit Senior — Lead Audits, Path to Manager (Hybrid)

Orion Placement; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orionplacement in Downers Grove, Illinois is seeking an experienced Audit Senior to lead and grow toward an Audit Manager role. The position offers a clear path to advancement while handling diverse client engagements and direct partner interaction in a primarily in-office setting.

Eligibility includes 4+ years of recent public accounting audit experience, strong client communication, and the ability to manage multiple engagements.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of recent audit experience within public accounting.
• Current Audit Senior or comparable level experience preferred.
• Hands-on financial statement audit, fieldwork, client communication, and workpaper experience.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and deadlines with strong attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• QuickBooks experience preferred.
• Tax experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute financial statement audits and other assurance engagements from fieldwork through completion.
• Serve as a key point of contact for clients, keeping engagements organized and moving forward.
• Prepare and review audit workpapers, financial statements, supporting schedules, and related documentation.
• Review work completed by staff and provide coaching and feedback.
• Identify accounting, reporting, and internal control matters and communicate findings clearly to clients and firm leadership.
• Collaborate directly with partners and team members across a diverse portfolio of clients.
• Use accounting platforms such as QuickBooks when working with client financial information.

Skills

Audit experience

Public accounting

Client communication

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

• Step into a visible Audit Senior role with a clear opportunity to grow into a Manager position within approximately two years.
• Work with a diverse mix of privately held businesses and other organizations, giving you broad exposure and meaningful client responsibility.
• Take ownership of audit engagements, client communication, financial statements, and staff review rather than being limited to one narrow piece of the process.
• Join an established, growing CPA firm where experienced professionals have direct access to leadership and can make a noticeable impact.
• Build on your audit expertise while gaining exposure to advisory, accounting, and tax matters across a varied client base.

Location:

This is a primarily in-office opportunity in Downers Grove, Illinois. We value in-person collaboration while offering occasional remote flexibility when personal needs require it.

Note:

Candidates should have 4+ years of recent public accounting audit experience and be comfortable handling financial statement audits, fieldwork, client communication, and engagement responsibilities. Experience in a smaller or midsize CPA firm environment is strongly preferred.

About Us

We are an established CPA firm providing audit, tax, accounting, and business advisory services to a diverse group of privately held businesses and other organizations. Our team is known for responsive client service, practical advice, and long-term relationships, and we offer experienced professionals the opportunity to take ownership and continue growing their careers. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Plan and execute financial statement audits and other assurance engagements from fieldwork through completion.
• Serve as a key point of contact for clients, keeping engagements organized, responsive, and moving forward.
• Prepare and review audit workpapers, financial statements, supporting schedules, and related documentation.
• Review work completed by staff and provide practical coaching and feedback.
• Identify accounting, reporting, and internal control matters and communicate findings clearly to clients and firm leadership.
• Collaborate directly with partners and team members across a diverse portfolio of clients.
• Use accounting platforms such as QuickBooks when working with client financial information.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of recent audit experience within public accounting.
• Current Audit Senior, Senior Accountant, Audit Supervisor, or comparable level experience preferred.
• Hands-on financial statement audit, fieldwork, client communication, and workpaper experience.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and deadlines while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Tax experience is a plus.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Clear advancement potential for someone ready to grow toward Audit Manager responsibilities.
• Direct exposure to partners and experienced professionals who value initiative and strong client service.
• Diverse engagements that allow you to continue expanding your technical and industry knowledge.
• A stable, established environment with the feel and accessibility of a smaller CPA firm.
• A team focused on quality work, responsiveness, professional growth, and long-term client relationships.