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Senior Audit Associate

Column Technical Services

Job Location:

Lincolnshire, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 29 September 2026 (Yesterday)

Application Deadline: 27 December 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Finance

Job Summary

Column Technical Services is seeking a skilled Senior Audit Associate to support and lead various audit and assurance engagements within our expanding practice in Lincolnshire IL. This role offers the opportunity to expand your technical expertise build strong client relationships and contribute to meaningful business outcomes across multiple industries. If you want to advance your audit career with a firm that values professional development collaboration and client success we encourage you to apply today!

This position offers a hybrid work arrangement. Candidates residing in Illinois are strongly encouraged to apply as periodic in-office attendance and team collaboration will be required.

Position Summary

The ideal candidate brings a solid public accounting foundation significant audit experience through multiple busy seasons and the ability to manage responsibilities independently while delivering exceptional client service and high-quality work.

Essential Responsibilities

Execute and contribute to a wide range of audit and assurance engagements.
Take ownership of assigned client engagements and manage project responsibilities efficiently.
Conduct audit testing and financial statement procedures in accordance with applicable professional and regulatory standards.
Prepare comprehensive workpapers and supporting documentation for audit engagements.
Serve as a point of contact for clients and collaborate with engagement team members throughout the audit process.
Research accounting and auditing matters and assist in developing practical solutions and recommendations.
Support engagement planning activities including risk assessment and audit approach development.
Ensure engagement milestones deliverables and deadlines are met with a high level of accuracy and quality.
Collaborate with Audit & Assurance Managers and firm leadership to achieve engagement objectives.
Maintain proactive communication regarding project progress challenges and key findings.
Deliver exceptional client service while upholding firm quality standards.
Work with organizations across diverse industries including construction manufacturing and distribution technology and merger and acquisition activities.
Assist with special projects and additional assurance-related engagements as needed.

Required Qualifications

Minimum of three years of public accounting experience
Bachelors degree in Accounting required.
Masters degree in Accounting or a related discipline is preferred.
Three or more busy seasons supporting audit and assurance engagements.
At least one busy season serving in a Senior Associate Senior Auditor or comparable leadership capacity.
CPA designation or CPA eligibility required; active licensure preferred.
Strong knowledge of accounting standards auditing practices and financial reporting principles.
Excellent analytical critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Strong organizational abilities with exceptional attention to detail.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and audit-related software tools.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
Dedicated client-service mindset with strong professional relationship-building skills.

Preferred Industry Experience

Candidates with experience in one or more of the following sectors are highly encouraged to apply: