Audit Senior - Cincinnati

The role

You will lead and execute audit engagements for financial services clients including community banks and investment companies. You will oversee engagement teams, evaluate financial records and internal controls, and provide insights to improve financial reporting processes.

What you will do

• Lead audit engagements from planning through completion
• Assess business processes, accounting systems, internal controls, and audit risks
• Recommend risk management strategies to Managers, Senior Managers, and Shareholders
• Develop audit programs and procedures aligned with identified risks and test objectives
• Prepare and review workpapers, engagement letters, financial statements, and footnote disclosures
• Document audit conclusions with clear, sufficient supporting evidence
• Review team members work for accuracy, quality, thoroughness, and timely completion
• Supervise, coach, and train staff auditors
• Resolve issues identified during the audit process
• Use firm-provided audit software to review and compile financial information

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field
• At least two years of public accounting experience within Audit/Assurance
• Knowledge of GAAP, AICPA audit standards, common audit procedures and techniques, and quality control standards
• Strong project management, analytical and critical thinking
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Collaborative team player with prior team management experience
• Ability to effectively manage both internal and external teams
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills
• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple projects independently
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Nice to have

• CPA certification
• working with financial institution clients

Benefits

• 5 Weeks PTO PLUS a firm shut down week
• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental Leave

About the company

Clark Schaefer Hackett is a firm that invests in its employees with learning and development opportunities.