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Senior Accountant Accounting/Auditing

Connexzia
Northbrook, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 2/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/28/2025

Job Description :

Location : Chicago, IL area (limited relocation assistance available)

Experience Level : Mid-Senior

Experience Required : 6 years in public accounting

Education Level : Bachelors degree in Accounting or a related field

Industry : Accounting

Job Summary :

A dynamic and rapidly growing accounting firm in the Chicago area is looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join their team. Recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Illinois, this firm offers a supportive and family-oriented environment with strong growth opportunities. As a Senior Accountant, you will play a crucial role in providing top-tier accounting and tax services to a variety of clients, including business entities, partnerships, individuals, and trusts.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Review and prepare federal and multi-state tax returns, including business, partnership, individual, not-for-profit, and trust returns.
  • Conduct annual tax provisions and tax planning calculations for estimates and extensions.
  • Research complex tax matters and summarize findings to provide effective solutions.
  • Stay informed on legislative and regulatory tax law developments and communicate updates as needed.
  • Supervise and train junior team members, including interns and associates.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing responsive and professional service.
  • Respond to client inquiries and address questions from tax authorities.
  • Handle other accounting and tax-related duties as required.

Qualifications :

  • Bachelors degree in Accounting or a related field is required.
  • CPA license is highly preferred, especially for those looking to advance toward partnership.
  • At least six years of prior experience in public accounting, specifically with mid-sized companies, LLCs, S-Corps, and high-net-worth individuals / trusts.
  • Strong working knowledge of current tax laws and recent updates.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
  • Proficiency in QuickBooks Desktop and Online, Microsoft Excel and Word, and CCH ProSystem FX or Axcess Tax; experience with Caseware is a plus.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze information and make sound decisions.
  • Capable of working effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  • Must possess a stable work history and be comfortable in a hands-on role, managing and coaching junior team members.
  • Why Join Us :

  • No set minimum hours requirement, promoting a strong work / life balance.
  • Growing firm with a 30% growth rate in one year.
  • Family-oriented culture with opportunities for career advancement.
  • Potential pathway to partnership for driven professionals.
  • Competitive salary with full benefits, including 401(k) matching, health and dental insurance, flexible spending account, life insurance, and paid time off.
  • If youre a skilled and motivated Senior Accountant looking for a supportive and growth-oriented firm, we invite you to apply and take the next step in your career!

    Required Skills :
  • Relocation
  • Excel
  • Offers
  • Estimates
  • Communication Skills
  • Balance
  • Calculations
  • Partnerships
  • Returns
  • Salary
  • Quickbooks
  • History
  • Auditing
  • Coaching
  • Insurance
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Education
  • Accounting
  • Research
  • Planning
  • Business
  • Communication
  • Salary Package :

    71,000.00 - 130,000.00 (US Dollar)

    Salary : $71,000 - $130,000

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