Opportunistic Audit Senior - Adam Walker

Plant Moran•Chicago, IL

1d•$79,500 - $117,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Audit Senior performs audit and other attest engagements, researches accounting and auditing issues, and helps clients improve their accounting processes. The role includes planning and risk identification, internal control review and testing, substantive audit procedures, engagement wrap-up, and financial statement preparation or review. Other attest work includes compilations and reviews. The Audit Senior contributes to client relationships and business development by participating in networking events, client meetings, industry events, proposal development, and sales calls. The role supervises and develops one to two associates on each engagement and provides opportunities to work with internal leaders and external client executives. Staff may also participate in recruiting, training, mentoring, and thought-leadership initiatives, as well as the firm's annual CORE training program. Fellowships in other service groups, including management consulting, transaction due diligence, and forensic accounting, may be available. Plante Moran uses a “Workplace for Your Day” model, emphasizing flexibility and balance within a principally in-person work model. Staff coordinate with their supervisor and team to determine their optimal working environment each day.

Requirements

Two to five years of recent public accounting experience.
Successful completion of a bachelor's degree in Accounting.

Nice To Haves

CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform all phases of audits, including planning and risk identification, internal control review and testing, substantive audit procedures, engagement wrap-up, and financial statement preparation or review.
Perform other attest services, including compilations and reviews.
Research and reach conclusions on accounting and auditing issues in accordance with GAAP and GAAS.
Generate ideas for client accounting process improvements and best practices.
Participate in internal and external networking events, including client meetings and industry events.
Contribute to business expansion through proposal development and sales calls.
Supervise and develop a team of one to two associates on each engagement.
Participate in the annual CORE training program.
Contribute to non-billable initiatives such as recruiting, internal training, mentoring, and thought-leadership development.