Internal Auditor

The Bolton Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bolton Group in Chicago seeks an Internal Auditor with a foundation in audit and a hands-on approach to business operations. This role offers exposure beyond external audit and collaboration with leadership to strengthen controls and enhance processes.

You will conduct internal audits across financial and operational areas, report findings, and help drive risk mitigation and process improvements while offering growth into leadership roles.

Qualifications

• BS in Accounting or Finance required.
• 3+ years of public accounting experience (audit background).
• CPA (or actively pursuing) preferred.
• Strong understanding of audit procedures and internal controls.
• Ability to communicate effectively with financial and non-financial teams.
• Detail-oriented with proactive problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Execute internal audits across financial and operational areas.
• Review and assess internal controls, identifying risks and inefficiencies.
• Partner with departments across the business to recommend improvements.
• Prepare clear, concise audit reports and present findings to management.
• Participate in special projects tied to process improvement and risk mitigation.
• Build skills putting you on a path for career advancement.

Skills

Audit procedures

Internal controls

Public accounting

CPA

Communication

Education

BS in Accounting or Finance

Job description

If you’re currently in public accounting and starting to think about your next move, this is a strong opportunity to transition into a well-established, growing company. We’re partnering with a respected organization seeking an Internal Auditor with a foundation in audit and a desire to gain hands-on exposure to business operations.

This role offers the chance to step beyond external audit and work closely with leadership to improve processes, strengthen controls, and drive meaningful change across the organization

• Execute internal audits across financial and operational areas
• Review and assess internal controls, identifying risks and inefficiencies
• Partner with departments across the business to recommend improvements
• Prepare clear, concise audit reports and present findings and recommendations to management
• Participate in special projects tied to process improvement and risk mitigation
• Build skills putting you on a path for career advancement

What We’re Looking For:

• BS in Acc or Fin
• 3+ years of public accounting experience (audit background required)
• CPA (or actively pursuing) preferred
• Strong understanding of audit procedures and internal controls
• Ability to communicate effectively with both financial and non-financial teams
• Detail-oriented with a proactive, problem-solving mindset

Why This Role?:

• Ideal first move out of public accounting
• Broader exposure to operations vs. external audit repetition
• Strong mentorship and visibility to senior leadership
• Opportunity to pivot long-term into accounting, FP&A, or leadership roles
• Balanced culture with reasonable hours compared to public accounting