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Experienced Assurance Associate

NorthPoint Search Group
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/13/2026
Experienced Assurance Associate - Chicago, IL
To Apply Now - email your resume to job-knemkq7d-1e4ngrk82rw3kdm@sagedata.io

Who: A detail-oriented accounting professional with at least one year of public accounting audit experience.

What: Provide audit and assurance services including substantive testing, internal control evaluations, and year-round client engagement.

When: Full-time position available immediately.

Where: Hybrid role based in the client’s regional office Chicago, IL.

Why: To grow your technical accounting and client-service skills in a supportive environment with clear opportunities for professional development.

Office Environment: Collaborative, flexible, development-focused culture with modern workplace policies.

Salary: Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.

Position Overview:
This role offers the opportunity to work with privately held and publicly traded companies across various stages of growth while gaining hands-on audit experience and mentorship.

Key Responsibilities:
● Engage with clients throughout the year to gather information, complete audit testing, and address questions.
● Perform substantive testing of balance sheets and income statements.
● Evaluate internal controls and provide recommendations for improvement.
● Participate in ongoing learning and development programs to strengthen technical and professional skills.
● Build relationships with clients and internal teams, using networking and collaboration skills.
● Work closely with engagement teams to deliver high-quality assurance services.

Qualifications:
● Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting or related business field with sufficient credits to sit for the CPA exam.
● 1 year of audit experience in a public accounting environment.
● Experience with SEC or publicly traded company audits preferred.
● Strong communication, teamwork, and time-management skills.
● Ability to analyze information, solve problems, and adapt to changing priorities.
● Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
● Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role.

If you’re interested in learning more about this opportunity or would like to discuss your qualifications, please apply now.

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