Experienced Assurance Associate

Company: NorthPoint Search Group
Location: Chicago
Posted on: April 4, 2026

Job Description:

Experienced Assurance Associate - Chicago, IL To Apply Now - email your resume to [email protected] Who: A detail-oriented accounting professional with at least one year of public accounting audit experience. What: Provide audit and assurance services including substantive testing, internal control evaluations, and year-round client engagement. When: Full-time position available immediately. Where: Hybrid role based in the client’s regional office Chicago, IL. Why: To grow your technical accounting and client-service skills in a supportive environment with clear opportunities for professional development. Office Environment: Collaborative, flexible, development-focused culture with modern workplace policies. Salary: Competitive compensation commensurate with experience. Position Overview: This role offers the opportunity to work with privately held and publicly traded companies across various stages of growth while gaining hands-on audit experience and mentorship. Key Responsibilities: ? Engage with clients throughout the year to gather information, complete audit testing, and address questions. ? Perform substantive testing of balance sheets and income statements. ? Evaluate internal controls and provide recommendations for improvement. ? Participate in ongoing learning and development programs to strengthen technical and professional skills. ? Build relationships with clients and internal teams, using networking and collaboration skills. ? Work closely with engagement teams to deliver high-quality assurance services. Qualifications: ? Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting or related business field with sufficient credits to sit for the CPA exam. ? 1 year of audit experience in a public accounting environment. ? Experience with SEC or publicly traded company audits preferred. ? Strong communication, teamwork, and time-management skills. ? Ability to analyze information, solve problems, and adapt to changing priorities. ? Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. ? Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role. If you’re interested in learning more about this opportunity or would like to discuss your qualifications, please apply now.

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