Audit Supervisor — Hybrid, Lead Employee Benefit Plan Audit

Kingfisher Recruiting; Northbrook (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Summer Fridays

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Professional development opportunities

Direct client and Partner interaction

Diverse industry exposure

Advancement potential

Modern technology and resources

Job summary

Kingfisher Recruiting is seeking an Audit Supervisor for a Chicago area public accounting firm known for growth and client exposure. Hybrid work arrangement and advancement opportunities are offered.

The role focuses on employee benefit plan audits and for-profit clients, with leadership from planning to completion, staff development, and close collaboration with managers and partners. Strong client interaction is essential.

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 experience

Staff supervision

Client interaction

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master's degree in Accounting

CPA

Job description

Kingfisher Recruiting is seeking an Audit Supervisor for a Chicago area public accounting firm known for growth and client exposure. Hybrid work arrangement and advancement opportunities are offered.

The role focuses on employee benefit plan audits and for-profit clients, with leadership from planning to completion, staff development, and close collaboration with managers and partners. Strong client interaction is essential.