Citrin Cooperman offers a dynamic work environment, fostering professional growth and collaboration. We’re continuously seeking talented individuals who bring fresh perspectives, a problem-solving mindset, and sharp technical expertise. We know you have choices, so our team of collaborative, innovative professionals are at the ready to support your professional development. At Citrin Cooperman, we offer competitive compensation and benefits and most importantly, the flexibility to manage your personal and professional life to focus on what matters most to you!
We are looking for an Audit Senior to join our Audit department at our Chicago, IL location. As an Audit Senior you will be responsible for:
- Conduct audit, review, and compilation procedures including testing of controls, substantive testing, and analytical procedures, to evaluate the accuracy and completeness of financial information.
- Coordinate day-to-day duties, including planning, fieldwork, and wrap-up, ensuring seamless execution.
- Demonstrate a deep understanding of U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (U.S. GAAP) and generally accepted auditing standards (GAAS).
- Lead and manage audit engagements from planning to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
Mentor, train, and supervise staff. - Effectively communicate and cultivate collaborative and professional relationships with peers, supervisors, and clients through positive interactions and responsiveness.
- Stay abreast of industry developments, regulatory changes, and emerging trends in auditing practices.
- Participate in professional development activities to enhance technical skills and knowledge.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
- CPA or obtain 150 credit hours for CPA eligibility preferred
- Minimum 2 years of experience with a public accounting firm required
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a focus on client responsiveness
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Demonstrated teamwork and leadership skills
- Ability to excel both independently and collaboratively
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality
- Outstanding analytical, organizational, and project management skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications
- Knowledge of Caseware/Caseview is a plus
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
- CPA certification or 150 credit hours for CPA eligibility
- At least 2 years of experience with a public accounting firm
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Teamwork and leadership skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality
- Analytical, organizational, and project management skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- Knowledge of Caseware or CaseView
Citrin Cooperman Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Citrin Cooperman and has not been reviewed or approved by Citrin Cooperman.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Base pay is considered competitive for public accounting and aligned to major metro markets. Market-consistent salaries help compensation feel fair even amid demanding workloads.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO is highlighted as generous, with paid holidays and even a staff sabbatical program. These policies provide meaningful time away that helps counterbalance peak-season intensity.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is explicitly offered and viewed positively. This support strengthens the overall package for employees prioritizing family needs.
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What We Do
Citrin Cooperman is one of the largest professional services firms in the United States, founded in 1979. It provides comprehensive tax, accounting, and advisory services to middle-market companies and high-net-worth individuals. The firm delivers a tailored, integrated business approach and proactive guidance to help clients achieve their business and personal financial goals across various global markets.
