What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Auditor position at Distinct | North America?
Audit Senior / Supervisor - Public Accounting
North Suburbs of Chicago | Hybrid
In some firms, managers get all the client time while seniors are left ticking boxes in the background.
Here, it’s the opposite. From day one, you’ll own your clients, lead engagements, and be trusted to build the relationships that actually matter.
Their independence isn’t just a buzzword. For 75 years, this firm has stayed proudly independent, no mergers, no private equity, no shifting culture every two years. Just steady growth, a sophisticated client base, and people who stick around.
Key words when staff described the firm? “Family, Fun, and Team.” No wonder they have a low turnover, in their words "we don’t lose people to other CPA firms. If people want to stay in public accounting, they stay with us.”
They're hiring because of internal promotions and partners who are in retirement phaseout
The client base gives you options. Want to dedicate yourself to nonprofits - schools, associations, charities, shelters? You can. Prefer a mix? You’ll also work with entrepreneurial businesses, real estate, and manufacturing clients. The role flexes to fit your strengths and interests.
Flexibility is built in. Hybrid means 3 days in-office during peak, 2 the rest of the year, with busy season capped around 55 hours, the fall mini-season closer to 45, and the rest of the year averaging 37. Summer Fridays included.
And the package? Competitive with the Top 10 without the politics or churn. It’s a family-first culture with low turnover, where people who want to stay in public accounting, stay here.
If you’re looking for a place where your work and your career won’t be stuck in the background, this could be it
Not ready with a resume? Or want a bit more information before applying? No problem. You can still apply the old-fashioned way, or just reach out to start a conversation with Imogen via LinkedIn or the Distinct Recruitment website or contact her cell at 312-584-9844. She’ll be happy to tell you more about the firm, the job and the prospects before you commit further.
Imogen Talbot-Slack is a Recruiter with Distinct Recruitment. She’s been recruiting in finance for over 9 years, with a focus on public accounting firms across Illinois and Indiana. She’s not a career salesperson she’s built her reputation by actually listening to what candidates want, whether that’s better hours, a path to partner, or simply a firm where they’ll enjoy going to work.
Think you only have 87% of the required experience? Perfect - apply anyway. The CPA firms we partner with want diverse, interesting people, not corporate clones stamped from the same tedious mould.
Don’t overthink it. The worst outcome is a pleasant conversation about your career. The best? Well, that's where it gets rather exciting.
Salary : $90,000 - $115,000