A bit about us:

We are one of the top independent Accounting Firms in not only Chicago, but also in the USA. We work with Fortune 500 companies as well as well-funded start-ups. You will responsible for overseeing audit, review and compilation engagements and be responsible for resolving most accounting issues that arise during these engagements under the guidance of the Audit Manager and or the Audit Director. You will perform some engagements with minimal supervision as well. If you're looking to fast track your career advancement in Public Accounting, look no further!

Why join us?

Opportunity to partner daily with Directors and work closely with other staff and clients (we want to promote you)!
Flexible hours!
Tuition reimbursement on degrees of Masters in Accounting and Masters in Taxation!
Reimbursement for CPA Review course & Payment of CPE and professional membership costs!
Generous paid time off and holiday time!
15% referral fee for bringing in new clients!
Competitive compensation package!

Job Details

  • Supervising the work of audit staff including reviewing their work and provide on the job training
  • Conduct basic, specialized and complex financial, operational and compliance audits under the direction of the audit director.
  • Perform risk assessment prior to the beginning of an audit engagement.
  • Prepare the most complex work papers, to adequately document accounting & audit work performed and to support the conclusions reached.
  • Report progress of the audit, compilation or review engagement to both Audit Manager and Audit Director regularly
  • Perform audit or review procedures as assigned by the Audit Managers or Audit Director

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
B.S. in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred)
3-5 years of progressive accounting & audit experience in public accounting
Minimum of 1 year leading audits
Experience preparing tax returns is a huge plus
Experience with for-profit and non-for-profit clients