Staff/Senior Audit Associate

The Vrakas CPAs + Advisors team is looking for aSenior Audit Associateto bring a unique spark to our talented assurance team based in our vibrant Chicago office. Lead and mentor associates as they complete audits and reviews Assist in the management and development of associates through the execution of assurance tasks Manage the engagement team on-site at client locations Participate in various training and CPE programs to ensure professional development Travel is expected, as needed, to meet firm and client needs 3+ years of experience providing assurance services in public accounting~ A bachelor's or master's degree in accounting or a related field~ Must possess the necessary credit hours to be eligible for CPA licensure~ Strong understanding of accounting principles and regulations~ Experience with Microsoft 365 with a strong understanding of Excel and Word~ CPA designation~Strong project management skills and a desire to drive process improvement~ Knowledge of Microsoft Teams and Zoom~ CCH accounting software experience, including Workflow, Engagement, and Practice Management*Candidates with CPA credentials will be given additional consideration for this position. We offer opportunities to build your skills, make a meaningful impact, and join a collaborative learning environment where sharing knowledge helps everyone grow and progress together. At Vrakas, we are proud to be fiercely independent in our mission to stand tall as one of the largest locally owned CPA firms in the Midwest. Chicago Office: 29 E. Vrakas CPAs + Advisors reserves the right to pursue, contact, interview, and hire any candidate identified through unsolicited submissions without financial obligation to the submitting agency.