Accountant

United States Electric Co.; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer retirement contribution 15%

Performance-based bonus opportunities

4 weeks of paid time off

Flexible scheduling

Professional development and career進

Job summary

United States Electric Co. in Springfield, IL is seeking an Accountant to join its growing public accounting team. This full-time position offers a stable career path with excellent benefits, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for advancement.

Responsibilities include monthly accounting and bookkeeping, account reconciliations, sales tax returns, and assisting with tax preparation for individuals and businesses. Payroll backup and collaboration with senior staff are also included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred.
• Experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or public accounting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience with tax preparation and payroll is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly accounting and bookkeeping functions.
• Prepare account reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records.
• Prepare and file sales tax returns.
• Assist with tax preparation for individuals and businesses.
• Provide backup support for payroll processing as needed.
• Work with senior accountants and management to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Organize and maintain accounting documentation and client records.
• Assist with additional accounting and bookkeeping projects as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Payroll knowledge

Tax knowledge

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Accountant
Springfield, IL
Full-Time
$50,000-$75,000 per year

A growing public accounting firm in Springfield, IL is seeking an Accountant to join its expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to build a long-term career with a stable firm that offers outstanding benefits, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for advancement.

• $50,000-$75,000 annual salary based on experience
• Employer retirement contribution of 15%
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• 4 weeks of paid time off
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment

Springfield, IL
1044
3000 Professional Drive
Springfield, IL 62703

#1044SRG

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly accounting and bookkeeping functions
• Prepare account reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records
• Prepare and file sales tax returns
• Assist with tax preparation for individuals and businesses
• Provide backup support for payroll processing as needed
• Work with senior accountants and management to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Organize and maintain accounting documentation and client records
• Assist with additional accounting and bookkeeping projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred
• Previous accounting, bookkeeping, or public accounting experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Experience with tax preparation and payroll is a plus
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel