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Senior Audit Associate

Verital Advisory Search
Lincolnshire, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/29/2026

Our client is looking for a Senior Audit Associate to join their growing Assurance team at a top Illinois public accounting firm. This is an excellent opportunity to work side-by-side with A&A managers and firm leadership, gain high-visibility client exposure, and build a career within a collaborative, relationship-driven culture.


What You'll Do:

  • Work directly with A&A managers and firm leadership to serve clients and build the business
  • Organize and manage client engagements and projects, including completion of engagement tasks and project components
  • Serve as a critical member of engagement teams across a variety of client work
  • Build trusted, long-term relationships with clients and teammates


What You'll Need:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; Master's or advanced degree desired
  • CPA eligibility required, CPA desired
  • 3 years of public accounting experience, including at least one busy season at the senior associate or supervisor level
  • Preferred experience within construction, manufacturing/distribution, technology, and/or business combinations (M&A)
  • Strong analytical, organizational, interpersonal, project management, and communication skills
  • Highly developed software and Microsoft Suite skills

Salary : $85,000 - $115,000

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