Seasonal Audit Senior Associate

Grant Thornton • Chicago, IL

7d • $65 - $100 • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Seasonal Audit Senior Associate, you join the firm during busy seasons or other short-term periods driven by business needs. You learn about clients’ operations, processes, business objectives, and risks, then apply that knowledge to enhance financial statement audits. You are part of the team and work with flexibility and support, developing relationships with clients and colleagues.

Work may take place at a client site, in a Grant Thornton office, or remotely, with the position requiring in-person attendance at least three days per week at a Grant Thornton office or client site under the firm’s hybrid model. Teams consider client and teammate needs when determining where and when to work. The role also provides formal training to build technical and professional skills.

The hourly pay range is $65–$100. Seasonal employees are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance and the employee assistance program; they receive at least 72 hours of paid sick leave and may be eligible for the 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan, subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, finance, mathematics, or a related discipline.
• At least two years of progressive public accounting experience with in-charge auditing.
• Meet the education requirements for CPA certification in the state where applying for employment.
• Analytical, technical, and auditing skills, including proficiency in US GAAP, GAAS, and PCAOB rules and standards.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities.
• Teamwork, agility, and an appreciation for building strong relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to design a schedule that works for the employee and clients, whether serving one or multiple clients.

Nice To Haves

• Curiosity about or exposure to automation and digitization tools used in audits or professional services.

Responsibilities

• Communicate clearly with clients about engagement expectations and inform them about accounting, financial, and regulatory developments that may affect their organizations.
• Plan, execute, and complete financial statement audits while managing the budget; perform an in-charge role as needed.
• Work with the team to design audit procedures using audit technology and innovation tools.
• Research accounting and auditing matters and document conclusions.
• Train and supervise audit associates and interns and provide feedback.
• Work at client sites, in the office with the team, or remotely, coordinating work arrangements around client and teammate expectations.
• Build technical and professional skills through formal training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee assistance program
• At least 72 hours of paid sick leave
• Possible eligibility for the 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan, subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior