Gables Search Group Looking for Staff Accountant at Lake Forest, Illinois Full Time

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)