Audit Supervisor - Hybrid, Flexible Schedule, Growth

Ashton North LLC; Northbrook (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Flexible scheduling

Summer Fridays

Competitive bonus

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Professional development

Direct client and Partner interaction

Diverse industry exposure

Advancement potential

Modern technology

Collaborative culture

Team events

Business casual environment

Job summary

Ashton North LLC seeks an Audit Supervisor to lead employee benefit plan audits and other assurance engagements in the Chicago area. The role focuses on planning, execution, and delivery while mentoring staff and coordinating with Partners.

Ideal candidates have CPA status and 5–7+ years of public accounting experience, with strong client service and technical skills. Hybrid work arrangement and clear advancement potential are offered.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of public accounting experience in audit and accounting.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or related field.
• CPA preferred.
• Employee Benefit Plan audit experience or specialization is highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of taxation and business returns.
• Experience supervising and developing staff.
• Strong technical accounting and audit skills.
• Ability to manage multiple client engagements and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead employee benefit plan audits and other assurance engagements from planning through completion.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop staff accountants.
• Develop engagement work plans, budgets, schedules, and staffing requirements.
• Monitor engagement progress and communicate directly with Managers and Partners.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients.
• Develop and tailor audit programs based on individual client needs and risk.
• Review and/or prepare financial statements, footnotes, workpapers, management letters, tax returns, and other attestation engagements.
• Analyze complex transactions and unusual accounting situations.
• Identify potential issues and perform appropriate technical research.
• Manage engagement economics, including budgeting, billing, resource allocation, and timely delivery.
• Prepare Form 990 and business tax returns associated with audit engagements.
• Develop strong, long-term client relationships through responsive and high-quality service.

Skills

Public accounting

Audit

Client management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting or related field

Job description

Ashton North LLC seeks an Audit Supervisor to lead employee benefit plan audits and other assurance engagements in the Chicago area. The role focuses on planning, execution, and delivery while mentoring staff and coordinating with Partners.

Ideal candidates have CPA status and 5–7+ years of public accounting experience, with strong client service and technical skills. Hybrid work arrangement and clear advancement potential are offered.