Staff Accountant
Lake Forest, IL

North Suburban Chicago CPA seeks dynamic Staff Accountant

Here is your opportunity to make your mark and join a one of the best CPA firms in the Chicago Area. We have been consistently voted as one of the best places to work in Chicago, and value a quality of life work environment for our associates.

We are looking for a Staff Accountant. We prefer a background with experience in public accounting, with exposure to federal and state income tax, financial reporting, and general accounting. 

Summary of Responsibilities:

Qualified candidates will be responsible for preparing a wide variety of tax returns, financial reporting, assisting in responding to taxing authorities, and general accounting.

Essential Functions:

• Record transactions in ledgers, prepare trial balances and run reports using various software programs including CCH Axcess and QuickBooks Online.
• Reconcile accounts to trial balance.
• Perform schedule computation of accruals, property and equipment and calculation of depreciation expense.
• Preparation of tax returns: individual, gift, trust, partnership, S-Corporation & non-profit.
• Perform accounting, auditing and tax duties as needed.
• May be required to perform all phases of an engagement including report writing and tax return preparation.
• Prepare tax projections for individuals and businesses.
• Respond to tax notices, communicate with taxing authorities and partner regarding such notices.
• Contact third parties and client personnel for additional information required to prepare tax return or complete audit & attest engagements.
• Prepare extensions and quarterly estimated tax payments.
• Assist with tax research projects.
• Ensure proper accounting for income taxes.
• Works directly with clients during attestation engagements.
• Prepares working papers, financial statements, tax returns, and other reports in accordance with generally accepted professional and firm standards.
• Communicates engagement’s progress, problems, resolutions, financial information, tax activity and other business concerns to partners and supervisors.

Other Functions:

• Demonstrate analytical, organization, interpersonal, project management, and communication skills
• Prepares other reports and projects as requested.
• Maintain and build relationships with clients through good communication, timely service and support of client’s needs.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. Master’s degree in Accounting is encouraged.
• 2 to 5 years of experience providing tax compliance services in a public accounting firm.
• CPA preferred

We offer:

• An open door policy, which encourages new staff members to ask questions and promotes strong professional development.
• Outstanding benefits include 20 days personal time off, 401(k) plan, profit sharing, sponsored continuing education, health and life insurance and competitive salary.
• We are steps away from the Metra and public transportation is an option.
• A quality of life work environment and a commitment to employee growth, development, and advancement.

Other Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• CPA (Preferred)