Staff Accountant

Company Description

We are a family-minded business based on a culture of partnership and dedication. Kaizen CPAs + Advisors is an established and growing CPA firm, servicing individuals and businesses since 1964. We have five convenient locations. Our Illinois offices are located in beautiful Antioch, Arlington Heights, South Barrington, and Lake Zurich, and our Wisconsin office is located in the wonderful city of Kenosha. Though our offices are located in northeastern Illinois and southeastern Wisconsin, many of our clients extend south into the Chicago metropolitan area, further north in Wisconsin, and across the United States. By working for Kaizen CPAs + Advisors you’ll find a positive and supportive team of professionals ready to encourage and celebrate your achievements and successes, whether personal or professional.

Job Description

“Details matter.” ~Steve Jobs  

Are you detail-oriented and passionate about accuracy? Are you someone who enjoys challenges and believes in continuous learning? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Our company is looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Staff Accountant in our Antioch, IL office.

If you have a passion for accuracy, enjoy diving into the details, and have a commitment to continuous learning, this position is perfect for you. The successful candidate will have prior experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, strong communication skills, and a strong attention to detail. If you are ready to bring your methodical mindset, meticulous attention to detail, and enthusiasm for a fun office environment, we invite you to apply.

You will:

• Prepare financial statements, which includes a balance sheet and income statement, for 10 entities (currently)
• Maintain receivables aging report, work daily on collections, reporting to the COO weekly on collections status
• Maintain an orderly accounting filing system
• Maintain the chart of accounts
• Post appropriate accruals
• Review accuracy of financial transactions from various data feeds, e.g., accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit cards
• Coordinate the completion of the balance sheet account analysis
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
• Reconcile bank accounts and other company financial accounts; investigate discrepancies in accounts and make corrections as needed
• Facilitate check processing
• Maintain subsidiary records for fixed assets, loan balances, and prepaid expenses
• Reconcile billable expenses
• Manage credit card accounts
• Complete and file annual reporting of IRS Forms 1099
• Reconcile progress billings (1 entity)
• Prepare sales tax return (1 entity)
• Maintain renewal of property/casualty and malpractice insurance
• Ensure timely processing of financial statements
• Prepare monthly practice management reports as required
• Prepare and process payroll 
• Assist with annual budget review and preparation
• Embrace additional responsibilities and special projects as assigned by COO

Qualifications

Experience Needed:

• A genuine belief that details matter and a commitment to upholding accuracy in all aspects of your work.
• 5+ years of bookkeeping experience
• Experience with payroll processing
• Self-starter mindset: possess the drive and initiative to take ownership of your work and thrive when given autonomy.
• Analytical skill to research and resolve accounting issues
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
• Proficiency in using bookkeeping software and tools, e.g., QuickBooks Online, Excel, and familiarity with CRM systems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate in person and via video calls

If you are ready to bring your methodical mindset and enthusiasm for accuracy to our fun office environment, we encourage you to apply. Join us in this challenging and rewarding opportunity as a Staff Accountant. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you believe you are the perfect fit for this position. We look forward to hearing from you!

Additional Information

Kaizen CPAs + Advisors provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 

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