Senior Audit Lead: Plan, Guide & Elevate Client Assurance

Cps4jobs; Deerfield (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CPS4JOBS is seeking an Audit Senior to plan and execute audit engagements, supervise staff, and ensure high-quality work in line with professional standards. The role collaborates with managers, partners, and clients to assess risks and improve internal controls while delivering timely audit services.

You will oversee audits for diverse clients, review workpapers, and mentor junior staff, ensuring deadlines are met and client expectations are exceeded. This position is based in Deerfield, IL.

Qualifications

• Plan and execute audit engagements for privately held businesses, nonprofit organizations, and other clients.
• Perform risk assessments, evaluate internal controls, and develop appropriate audit procedures.
• Review financial statements, general ledgers, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Research and apply relevant accounting principles under U.S. GAAP and auditing standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute audit engagements for privately held businesses, nonprofit organizations, and other clients.
• Perform risk assessments, evaluate internal controls, and develop appropriate audit procedures.
• Review financial statements, general ledgers, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Prepare and review audit workpapers in accordance with applicable auditing and accounting standards.
• Identify audit findings, internal control deficiencies, and potential accounting issues.
• Research and apply relevant accounting principles under U.S. GAAP and auditing standards.
• Supervise, train, and mentor staff accountants and provide constructive feedback.
• Manage engagement timelines, budgets, and client deliverables to ensure deadlines are met.
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations to managers, partners, and client personnel.
• Maintain strong client relationships and coordinate requests for information throughout the audit process.
• Assist with financial statement preparation and related disclosures.
• Ensure compliance with firm policies, professional standards, and quality control procedures.

Skills

Audit

Risk assessment

Internal controls

GAAP

Job description

CPS4JOBS is seeking an Audit Senior to plan and execute audit engagements, supervise staff, and ensure high-quality work in line with professional standards. The role collaborates with managers, partners, and clients to assess risks and improve internal controls while delivering timely audit services.

You will oversee audits for diverse clients, review workpapers, and mentor junior staff, ensuring deadlines are met and client expectations are exceeded. This position is based in Deerfield, IL.