Audit Senior Associate

Responsibilities Kforce has a client that is seeking an Audit, Senior Associate in Chicago, IL. Summary: We are seeking an experienced Audit, Senior Associate to provide external audit and assurance services to clients within the Asset and Wealth Management sector. This role is responsible for performing financial statement audits, evaluating accounting and reporting matters, supporting engagement execution, and collaborating with clients and audit teams. Key Responsibilities:

• Perform external audit and assurance procedures for Asset & Wealth Management clients
• Review financial statements and supporting financial information
• Apply U.S. GAAP, U.S. GAAS, and PCAOB standards throughout audit engagements
• Analyze accounting, financial reporting, and audit-related matters
• Identify audit risks and assist with developing appropriate audit procedures
• Work with complex financial information and large datasets
• Collaborate with engagement teams and client stakeholders to resolve audit and accounting issues
• Manage multiple engagement responsibilities and deadlines
• Provide guidance and support to engagement team members
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide high-quality client service
• Utilize technology, automation, and data analytics to support audit activities
• Identify opportunities to improve engagement efficiency and processes

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required
• Minimum of 3 years of external audit experience
• The ideal candidate has strong external audit experience within Asset & Wealth Management, a solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and auditing standards, and experience working in a professional services environment
• Strong knowledge of external financial statements
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAS and PCAOB standards
• Experience working in public accounting or professional services
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA license or progress toward CPA certification
• Experience with audit automation and digital tools
• Experience working with large and complex datasets
• Data analytics and visualization experience
• Prior experience leading or coordinating audit engagement activities

Key Competencies

• External Audit
• Asset & Wealth Management
• Financial Statement Auditing
• U.S. GAAP
• U.S. GAAS
• PCAOB Standards
• Assurance
• Financial Reporting
• Audit Analytics
• Risk Assessment
• Client Service
• Team Leadership

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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