Accountant

CPS Inc.; Bradley (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Discretionary performance-based bonuses

Paid time off

Continuing education and CPA support

Career growth opportunities

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

A consulting firm in Illinois is seeking a professional to manage client relationships and oversee their accounting processes. This role requires 2–10+ years of experience in public accounting or consulting, along with strong GAAP knowledge and proficiency in QuickBooks. The successful candidate will provide meaningful financial insights and lead a team of junior staff while ensuring high standards in client service. The position offers competitive salary and benefits, including paid time off and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2–10+ years of experience in public accounting or consulting roles.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Office is required.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple client relationships and prioritize deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills, judgment, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of CAS/consulting clients.
• Overseeing clients' monthly and annual accounting processes.
• Providing KPI dashboards and financial insights.
• Providing meaningful financial insights, KPI dashboards, and variance analyses to help clients make strategic decisions
• Acting as a fractional CFO by supporting forecasting, budgeting, cash flow management, and financial modeling
• Identifying opportunities for process improvements, automation, and enhanced reporting
• Coordinating with tax and audit teams to ensure integrated, seamless client service
• Leading and mentoring junior CAS/consulting staff
• Managing workflow, deadlines, and client expectations while maintaining high service standards

Skills

Public accounting experience

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

QuickBooks proficiency

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of CAS/consulting clients, serving as their primary relationship owner
• Overseeing clients’ monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting processes to ensure complete, accurate, and timely financial reporting
• Reviewing and advising on bookkeeping, general ledger accuracy, reconciliations, payroll and financial clean-up
• Providing meaningful financial insights, KPI dashboards, and variance analyses to help clients make strategic decisions
• Acting as a fractional CFO by supporting forecasting, budgeting, cash flow management, and financial modeling
• Identifying opportunities for process improvements, automation, and enhanced reporting
• Coordinating with tax and audit teams to ensure integrated, seamless client service
• Leading and mentoring junior CAS/consulting staff
• Managing workflow, deadlines, and client expectations while maintaining high service standards

Job Qualifications

• 2–10+ years of experience in public accounting, outsourced accounting, consulting, or controllership roles
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and general ledger operations
• Experience advising small to mid-sized businesses; fractional CFO experience a plus
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple client relationships and prioritize deadlines
• Strong analytical skills, judgment, and attention to detail

Additional Information

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Discretionary performance-based bonuses
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Continuing education, CPA support, and professional development opportunities
• A supportive, team-oriented culture with opportunities for long-term career growth