Accounting Intern

Ram Naresh & Company; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Continuing education stipend

Performance bonuses

401(k) matching

Job summary

Limpa is seeking a Senior Accountant to lead financial reporting and month-end close for a diverse client portfolio. You will oversee GAAP financial statements, mentor 2–3 staff, and drive improvements in internal controls.

This role offers a hybrid schedule (3 days in-office, 2 remote), a base salary with performance bonuses of 15–20%, and a $3,000 annual education stipend. CPA is required, with 4+ years of public accounting experience.

Qualifications

• CPA is required with active status.
• 4+ years of public accounting experience.
• Expertise in GAAP financial reporting.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounting including month- and year-end close for client engagements.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements (balance sheets, income statements, cash flows).
• Review work of Staff Accountants (2–3 direct reports).
• Implement and maintain accounting controls and best practices.
• Lead client meetings to present financial results and recommendations.
• Research technical accounting issues and draft position papers.
• Optimize client accounting processes through technology integration.

Skills

Public accounting experience

GAAP financial reporting

CPA certification

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA certification (active)

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Exro

Job description

As a Senior Accountant at Limpa, you'll lead financial reporting and month-end close processes for a diverse portfolio of 25-30 clients across multiple industries. This role offers the opportunity to mentor junior staff while developing expertise in technical accounting areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounting including month/year-end close processes for client engagements
• Prepare and analyze financial statements (balance sheets, income statements, cash flows)
• Review work of Staff Accountants (2-3 direct reports)
• Implement and maintain accounting controls and best practices
• Lead client meetings to present financial results and recommendations
• Research technical accounting issues and draft position papers
• Optimize client accounting processes through technology integration

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• CPA certification (active).
• 4+ years public accounting experience.
• Expertise in GAAP financial reporting.

Preferred

• Experience with QuickBooks Online and Exro.
• Client-facing advisory experience.
• Knowledge of ASC 606 revenue recognition.
• Experience mentoring junior staff.

What We Offer

Professional Growth

$3,000 annual stipend for continuing education and 80+ hours of paid training

Work Flexibility

Hybrid schedule (3 days office/2 remote) with flexible hours

Compensation

Base salary + performance bonuses (15-20% of base) + 401(k) matching