Lead/Staff Auditor

Jobylon AB; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobylon AB in Springfield, IL seeks a Lead Auditor on a contract basis to manage audit engagements, supervise teams, and ensure audits align with professional standards. The role emphasizes planning, fieldwork, reporting, and client coordination.

The candidate should possess a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, 8+ years of auditing experience, and familiarity with GAGAS, GAAP, FAR, and AASHTO requirements. CPA/CIA/CFE certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 8+ years of auditing experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAGAS, GAAP, FAR, and AASHTO requirements.
• CPA, CIA, or CFE certification preferred.
• Experience in managing audit engagements.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit planning and risk assessments.
• Manage fieldwork, audit testing, and documentation reviews.
• Supervise audit staff and assign work activities.
• Conduct consultant overhead and contract compliance audits.
• Prepare audit reports and management recommendations.
• Review working papers and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with client stakeholders throughout audit engagements.

Skills

Audit leadership

Team supervision

Risk assessment

Engagement management

Education

CPA/CIA/CFE certification preferred

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Job description

Title: Lead Auditor

Duration: Contract

Location: Springfield, IL

Position Summary

The Lead Auditor will manage audit engagements, supervise audit teams, and ensure audits are completed efficiently while maintaining compliance with professional auditing standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead audit planning and risk assessments.
• Manage fieldwork, audit testing, and documentation reviews.
• Supervise audit staff and assign work activities.
• Conduct consultant overhead and contract compliance audits.
• Prepare audit reports and management recommendations.
• Review working papers and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with client stakeholders throughout audit engagements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 8+ years of auditing experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAGAS, GAAP, FAR, and AASHTO requirements.
• CPA, CIA, or CFE certification preferred.
• Experience in managing audit engagements.