Audit Staff

NorthPoint Search Group; Orland Park (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthPoint Search Group in Orland Park, IL is seeking an audit staff professional to join a fast-paced, integrity-driven practice. You will perform testing across key financial statement areas, assist senior staff, and contribute to delivering high-quality client service.

The role requires at least 1 year of public accounting or related experience, a BA in accounting, CPA status or pursuit, and a commitment to excellence and accuracy in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of public accounting or relevant industry experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; Master’s preferred.
• CPA certification or active licensure pursued.

Responsibilities

• Perform audit procedures on cash, AR, inventories, fixed assets, prepaids, AP, accrued expenses, debt, and income statement accounts.
• Identify and propose necessary adjusting journal entries.
• Communicate with client personnel to evaluate processes, controls, and compliance.
• Review transactions and apply GAAP appropriately.
• Prepare financial statement footnotes and internal control observations.
• Conduct research using online auditing and accounting resources.
• Assist with additional duties as assigned by audit Supervisors.

Skills

Public accounting experience

Multi-tasking

Client service

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Engagement software

Job description

Audit Staff

• Orland Park, IL

Who:

A detail-oriented early-career audit professional with at least one year of public accounting or related experience and eligibility to pursue a CPA license.

What:

Performs audit procedures, evaluates controls, prepares financial statement footnotes, researches accounting topics, and supports engagement teams through accurate and timely audit work.

When:

Full-time position available immediately.

Where:

Orland Park, IL office.

Why:

To support a growing audit practice by delivering high-quality client service, technical excellence, and reliable execution of audit responsibilities.

Office Environment:

A fast-paced, collaborative, integrity-driven setting focused on professional development, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Salary:

Competitive compensation with a comprehensive total rewards package.

Position Overview:

The Experienced Audit Staff supports audit engagements by performing testing across key financial statement areas, assessing clients’ accounting processes and internal controls, preparing audit documentation and footnotes, and assisting supervisory personnel with engagement tasks. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, demonstrates uncompromising integrity, and is passionate about superior client service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform audit procedures on cash, accounts receivable, inventories, fixed assets, prepaids, accounts payable, accrued expenses, debt, and income statement accounts.
• Identify and propose necessary adjusting journal entries.
• Communicate with client personnel to evaluate accounting processes, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.
• Review transactions and apply generally accepted accounting principles appropriately.
• Prepare financial statement footnotes and internal control observations.
• Conduct research using online auditing and accounting resources.
• Assist with additional duties as assigned by audit supervisors.

Qualifications:

• 1+ years of public accounting or relevant industry experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting (Master’s preferred).
• CPA certification or active pursuit of licensure.
• Experience with Engagement software is a plus.
• Strong ability to multi-task and manage competing priorities.
• Commitment to excellence, integrity, and client service.