Senior Audit Lead: Risk, Controls and Engagements

CPS, Inc.; Deerfield (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Audit Senior at CPS, Inc. in Deerfield, IL leads planning and execution of audit engagements for diverse clients, ensuring high-quality work in line with US GAAP and auditing standards.

You'll supervise staff, manage budgets and timelines, communicate findings to managers and clients, and strengthen relationships while ensuring compliance with firm policies and regulatory requirements.

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

Auditing

Risk assessment

Internal controls

Staff supervision

Client relations

Financial statements

GAAP knowledge

Job description

The Audit Senior at CPS, Inc. in Deerfield, IL leads planning and execution of audit engagements for diverse clients, ensuring high-quality work in line with US GAAP and auditing standards.

You'll supervise staff, manage budgets and timelines, communicate findings to managers and clients, and strengthen relationships while ensuring compliance with firm policies and regulatory requirements.