Senior Audit Associate - Sassetti, LLC

Sassetti is a public accounting firm based in Oak Brook, Illinois. Our firm is a two-time winner of Chicago’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For, BDO Alliance’s Workplace Culture Award winner in 2023, and one of Accounting Today's ‘Best Firms to Work For’.  Sassetti is a dynamic and reputable public accounting firm committed to delivering exceptional service to our clients. With a focus on integrity, innovation, and client satisfaction, we have established ourselves as a leader in the industry. 

Our number one asset is our people, and it is our goal to ensure they feel valued.  Our strategic initiatives include allowing our people to be their authentic selves and to find inspiration in the services we provide to our clients.  We want our people to grow, prosper, and to be HAPPY.  In doing so, Sassetti believes that we will continue to be afforded the opportunity to share our passion for full-service client solutions within the greater Chicago community for years to come.

Sassetti is currently hiring for a Senior Audit Associate to join the audit team in our Oak Brook office. 

Job Summary:

Working directly with clients, you will lead and manage audit, review, compilation, and financial statement engagements, oversee junior staff, implement improvements to existing processes, and develop and manage professional client relationships. Industries range from manufacturing and distribution to technology to nonprofits. Clients are primarily located in the Chicagoland area.

Duties/Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Manage and supervise the execution of external audit engagements of various clients in accordance with relevant regulatory and professional auditing and assurance standards.
• Keep current and maintain a working knowledge of pertinent information relevant to the client's industry.
• Oversee engagement management, including managing the budget and progress while monitoring the timeline to complete the job effectively and efficiently.
• Set the culture for your team and mentor team members in their career development.
• Build the client relationships by providing an excellent client experience.
• Understand and utilize Sassetti’s audit processes and procedures.
• Proactively develop business.

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Demonstrated supervisory experience.
• NFP audit experience required. 
• Knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, and PCAOB Auditing Standards.    
• Ability and willingness to travel as needed.
• Microsoft Office knowledge including Word, Excel, and Outlook is a must. 
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 3+ years of recent public accounting audit experience progressing in scope and responsibility - note this position requires prior experience in public accounting.
• CPA license or CPA candidate preferred.
• Attention to detail with strong communication, organizational, analytical, client service, time management and PC skills including Microsoft Excel and accounting software proficiency.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

 Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

What We Offer:

- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.  Salary range starts at $78,000 and increases with experience to $104,000.  

- Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance

- 401(k) Safe Harbor with 3% employer contribution

- Generous PTO 

- Nine paid holidays – Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day After Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, New Year's Day

- Paid holiday break the last week of the year

- Half day Fridays in June and July

- Bonus program and incentive opportunities 

- Professional development opportunities 

How to Apply:

If you are a dedicated professional seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity to contribute to the success of a leading public accounting firm, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience!

Sassetti is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Join us and be a part of a team that is shaping the future of accounting excellence!

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