Audit Senior

As one of the top 25 CPA firms in the Chicago land area, a top 200 firm nationally, and a Great Lakes Regional Leader (Source: Crain’s Chicago Business, AICPA G400, and Accounting Today), Warady & Davis LLP is seeking an audit senior or audit supervisor with prior public accounting and not-for-profit client experience to join our team. CLICK HERE to learn more or view our job postings.

Specializing in not-for-profit organizations , privately-held businesses and related business owners, family members and individuals, W&D is dedicated to helping our clients & people succeed. We offer an outstanding career path, significant growth & income potential and excellent, comprehensive benefits.

W&D offers a full scope work experience – from work papers through financials to preparing the tax return. You’ll be involved in every aspect of client engagements. And, we have a diverse client base, so we keep you inspired with assignments that vary by industry sector and service area. You also have the opportunity to specialize in industries and practice areas that interest you. This position will be dedicated at least 50% to serving 501(c)3, 501(c)6, and other not-for-profit clients with the balance focused on for-profit and employee benefit plan audit. Note: If desired, this role can be 100% dedicated to W&D’s not-for-profit practice.

Audit Senior Job duties include:

• Provide outstanding client service and communication
• Direct staff accountants as part of a client engagement team
• Review programs to see that assignments are accomplished within the budgeted time
• Review work papers for accuracy and completeness
• Review financial statements for suitability of presentation and adequacy of disclosures
• Develop spreadsheet analysis (trial balance, reconciliation’s, etc.) special projects, and more
• Conduct accounting compilations and reviews
• Business tax return preparation as part of audit engagements

Audit Senior Requirements:

• BS/MAS Degree
• CPA
• Public accounting firm experience a MUST
• Experience serving not-for-profit clientele A MUST ; Yellowbook and single audit experience a plus
• Taxation knowledge a plus
• Minimum 3+ year’s audit and tax experience

The bottom line is that at W&D, we know what’s important in life:

• Work that is satisfying & rewarding.
• People who are open & supportive.
• Surroundings that give you the freedom & opportunity to succeed.
• A great team built on friendships.
• The opportunity to have your opinions heard and respected by management.
• A balance of hard work & fun. Year-round, we host parties & events that celebrate a sense of family & team spirit.
• Leading technology to enhance your efficiency.
• A professional development curriculum designed to continually build your technical & management skills.
• Business casual attire.
• Hybrid workplace with year-round flexible scheduling and summer Fridays.

W&D has enjoyed impressive growth over the last 75+ years and together with W&D Consulting LLC, we look forward to continued profitable expansion. As a member of the Warady & Davis team, you will have many advantages including: a comprehensive, hands-on training program, direct client and Partner contact, diverse work and industry exposure, and outstanding salary and benefits, to name a few. Most importantly, you will have the opportunity to become a key player in our firm – and our clients’ – success.

We are proud to be named a “100 Best Accounting Firms to Work for” nationally by Accounting Today, a “Best Place to Work for Millennials” in America by Best Companies and The Center for Generational Kinetics, and a “Best Place to Work in Illinois” by The Daily Herald. Together we create an exceptional, cohesive team of people who are passionate about what we do and are committed to our clients’ success and to each other.

Compensation and Benefits Disclosure

The estimated base salary range for this position is $84,000 – $109,000. This range represents a good faith estimate of what Warady & Davis reasonably expects to pay at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s specific skills, certifications, years of experience, relevant education, market conditions, and required travel.

This position is also eligible to participate in the Warady & Davis annual bonus compensation program, reflecting our pay-for-performance philosophy. Inclusive of bonus opportunities, the total estimated compensation range for this role is $89,500 – $123,500.

In addition to compensation, employees are eligible to participate in Warady & Davis benefit programs, which include medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as other wellness and employee assistance programs.

The salary range information is provided in accordance with applicable state and local salary transparency laws currently in effect and may be updated as new regulations are implemented.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Warady & Davis LLP is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

Accountants | Auditors | Consultants | CPAs - Warady & Davis LLP is a Top 25 Chicago CPA Firm that provides audit, accounting, tax and consulting services to privately-held businesses, high net-worth individuals across the United States, including Chicago (IL), Milwaukee (WI) and surrounding areas. The firm provides a variety of accounting, tax, audit, technology, forensic, consulting and advisory services to guide businesses toward their goals. W&D's industries served include construction, healthcare, medical and dental practices, nonprofits, manufacturing, real estate, wholesale & distribution and closely-held businesses.