Staff Accountant Remote in the Midwest

KO Business Solutions is proud to be working with a growing firm specializing in accounting tax and consulting services based in Philadelphia and Chicago who is currently seeking an additional Staff Accountant to join their Chicago team. Our client provides a variety of accounting tax and consulting services to help business owners and nonprofits focus on what they do best: fulfill their missions and lead in the communities they serve. If you re ready to build a successful and rewarding career with a company who has set out to bridge the gap between traditional bookkeepers and business owners we may have just the perfect fit for you!

Location: Remote in the Midwestern US

Salary: $70000$80000

Job Type: Fulltime Direct Hire

Description

Our client services small to mediumsized businesses and nonprofits across a variety of industries to provide costeffective and comprehensive accounting and financial reporting services. In this role you will serve not only as an accounting professional but you will have an opportunity to act as an advisor to business owners and executive leadership. Some of your key responsibilities will be:

• Bank and account reconciliations
  
• AP/AR Management
  
• Monthly and annual closing of client financial statements
  
• Preparation of adjusting journal entries
  
• Accounting and transaction classification
  
• Financial statement preparation
  
• Dashboard and scorecard preparation
  
• Budget vs. actual variance analysis
  
• Cash flow forecasting
  
• 1099 preparation
  
• Assisting clients with routine external financial audits
  
• Other duties as required
  

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software including Excel
  
• Experience using QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online are required; any other accounting systems are a plus
  
• Ability to manage multiple clients deadlines and projects simultaneously
  
• Strong organizational skills and very detailoriented
  
• Ability to selfmanage and work independently in a remote environment.
  
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor s degree in accounting required; CPA certification preferred or on track to obtain.
  
• Minimum 3 years experience in a staff accountant role.
  

Benefits:

• Flexible work environment
  
• Opportunities for career advancement
  
• Retirement plan with employer match
  
• Comprehensive health insurance as well as dental and vision plans
  
• Company paid holidays and vacation time
  
• Regular team building events and company holiday parties
  

Equal Opportunity Employer