Associate Auditor (Hybrid - Chicago, IL)

Our Customer is a leading provider of alternative and specialty parts to repair and accessorize automobiles and other vehicles with operations in North America, Europe, and Taiwan. They offer their customers a broad range of replacement systems, components, equipment, and parts to repair and accessorize automobiles, trucks, and recreational and performance vehicles.

We are seeking an Associate Auditor to help support our Customer's business needs.

Responsibilities:

• Support audit management in executing assurance (risk-based and SOX 404) and consultancy engagements aligned with the annual audit plan
• Assist in completing audit deliverables from planning through reporting in accordance with internal processes and international standards
• Perform audit testing, including control testing, documentation, surveys, interviews, and process observations
• Analyze and interpret large or complex datasets to generate insights through data analytics
• Develop and maintain high-quality audit workpapers and supporting documentation
• Identify and document audit findings, including irregularities and deviations, supported by evidence
• Contribute to audit reports, including drafting observations and recommended corrective actions
• Track and follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations and validate effectiveness through periodic testing
• Maintain audit tools, repositories, and administrative tasks such as timesheets, reports, and documentation
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and audit team members to support engagement success
• Participate in internal projects, strategic initiatives, and quality assurance programs
• Support compliance with internal auditing standards and frameworks

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
• 1+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or auditing
• Experience in public accounting or internal audit within international organizations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify trends
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate documentation
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a structured environment
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA or progress toward or willingness to obtain professional certifications such as CPA, ACA, ACCA, CIA, CFA, or CISA
• Proficiency in additional languages such as Spanish, French, German, Czech, Italian, Polish, or Dutch

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages and to draw and interpret graphs.
• Frequent use of Outlook, Word, Excel, graphics, etc.
• Basic messages communicated orally. May write brief messages and keep simple records. May explain and offer guidance on routine procedures.
• Problems encountered are routine, somewhat repetitive, and generally solved by following clear directions and procedures
• Decisions generally affect one's own job or the assigned functional area.
• Results are defined, and existing practices are used as guidelines for how to complete work activities; works closely with the supervisor/manager who provides broad guidance and overall direction.
• Prioritize assigned and routine tasks. Handle appropriately.
• No additional competencies required.

Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Work is primarily sedentary: must be able to sit for extended periods and use a computer, keyboard, and mouse frequently.
• Travel may be required periodically, including overnight stays (contingent on position requirements).
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.

Hours and Location:

• M-F 40 hours/week
• Hybrid in Chicago, IL

Benefits:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Generous Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts