Senior Audit Associate

Senior Audit Associate Prosperity Partners ("Prosperity") is a Chicago-headquartered professional services firm offering best-in-class tax, accounting, transaction advisory and personal finance services to dynamic businesses, high net-worth individuals, and family offices. With offices throughout the United States and private equity backing, Prosperity is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Audit Associate with 4-8 years of experience to support our rapidly growing audit practice. Key Responsibilities: Lead the planning, execution, and completion of audit assignments in accordance with firm policies and relevant regulations; Perform and supervise fieldwork, including testing of internal controls, substantive testing, and documentation of audit findings; Prepare and review working papers and financial statements in compliance with GAAP; Assist in identifying and resolving accounting, auditing, and reporting issues; Collaborate with clients and engagement teams to identify areas for improvement in processes and internal controls; Supervise, mentor, and provide guidance to Audit Associates and interns; Communicate effectively with clients to gather necessary information, address inquiries, and discuss audit findings; Stay current with accounting and auditing standards, as well as industry trends; Support the preparation and presentation of audit reports and recommendations to management and senior client personnel; Contribute to the firm’s commitment to high-quality client service and continuous improvement. Candidates that demonstrate hard work, enthusiasm and ethical behavior will have excellent opportunities for annual advancement. The position offers a unique opportunity to work with a high-level professional services firm with significant growth potential. Due to the collaborative nature of our work, employees are expected to be in the office two days per week. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA license or active progress toward CPA certification preferred; 4–8 years of public accounting audit experience; Strong knowledge of GAAP and auditing standards; Experience working with the financial services industry, more specifically broker-dealers, investment partnerships/hedge funds and private equity funds; Experience with Quality of Earnings reporting is a plus; Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills; Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel; Experience with audit software and data analysis tools preferred; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Ability to manage multiple engagements, priorities, and deadlines; Experience supervising and mentoring junior staff preferred; High level of integrity and professionalism; Availability to work in the office at least 2 days per week. Prosperity Partners is a people-focused professional services business with a strong culture, talented professionals, and exceptional clients. We offer a dynamic environment, significant growth opportunities, equity participation, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits. We encourage you to apply if interested in working with talented professionals in an entrepreneurial, process-driven environment. Annual Salary Range $90,000 — $120,000 USD