Audit Supervisor

77 consultants; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Chicago is looking for an Audit Supervisor to manage audit and assurance engagements for middle-market clients. The ideal candidate will oversee daily activities, mentor junior staff, and ensure high-quality service delivery. Candidates should have a US CPA designation or be pursuing it, along with 4–7 years of public accounting experience focusing on audit. Strong command of US GAAP and excellent client communication skills are essential. This role is perfect for those seeking greater responsibility and team leadership.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of experience in public accounting, focusing on audit.
• Strong command of US GAAP.
• Proficient in audit planning and execution.

Responsibilities

• Oversee critical aspects of audit engagements for middle-market clients.
• Supervise daily engagement activities, evaluate junior staff work.
• Ensure precision and timeliness in file completions.

Skills

Client communication

Team supervision

Advanced Excel skills

Education

US CPA designation or actively pursuing CPA certification

Job description

This position represents an excellent progression for seasoned auditors seeking greater responsibility, increased client engagement, and a definitive trajectory toward a managerial role.

As an Audit Supervisor, you will oversee critical aspects of audit and assurance engagements for middle-market clients, managing the planning, fieldwork, review, and delivery of financial statements along with associated client reporting.

You will be tasked with supervising daily engagement activities, evaluating work produced by junior staff and seniors, pinpointing accounting and audit discrepancies, and ensuring that files are completed with precision and timeliness.

The role involves direct communication with client controllers, CFOs, and their finance teams, necessitating a comfort level in addressing outstanding issues, timelines, process challenges, and engagement results professionally and straightforwardly.

This position is ideal for those who appreciate both technical intricacies and team leadership. Beyond managing workloads, you will mentor junior members, effectively delegate tasks, and strive for a more efficient audit process for clients and the internal team alike.

The diversity of a broad middle-market client portfolio ensures that the work is dynamic and commercially pertinent.

Qualifications

• US CPA designation or actively pursuing CPA certification
• 4–7 years of experience in public accounting, focusing on audit
• Strong command of US GAAP
• Proficient in audit planning and execution
• Experience in reviewing financial statements and workpapers
• Demonstrated team supervision or in-charge experience
• Advanced Excel skills
• Strong client communication capabilities
• Ability to manage deadlines across multiple engagements effectively