Staff Accountant

Specialized Accounting Services, LLC; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

CPA bonus program

Flexible scheduling

Employee appreciation events

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Pleasant Prairie seeks a Staff Accountant to deliver accurate financial reporting and build client relationships. This role entails reconciling accounts, preparing tax returns, and providing exceptional client support. The ideal candidate will possess an Associate's degree in accounting and at least three years of relevant experience, with proficiency in QuickBooks and Excel. Join a company recognized for its commitment to work-life balance and employee satisfaction, offering a competitive salary between $60,000 to $75,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Understanding of internal and client software systems.
• Ability to handle numerous responsibilities and meet deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile balance sheet accounts including bank accounts.
• Prepare and review income statements.
• Track the status of deliverables and communicate with the team.

Skills

QuickBooks Online

QuickBooks Desktop

Microsoft Excel

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Associate’s degree in accounting

Relevant experience of 3+ years

Job description

Overview

Grow with us! Staff Accountant opportunity at a Top Workplace. We\'re searching for a Staff Accountant who thrives on delivering accurate, timely financial reporting and building strong client relationships. In this role, you\'ll be the go-to expert creating the data that drives our clients\' financial success. Your success will be measured by your ability to stay productive, keep clients happy, and foster lasting partnerships — not just crunch numbers. Join a team where your work makes a difference and your skills are truly valued.

Here’s a quick snapshot of what makes SAS special:

• Voted Kenosha County’s Best Place to Work (2020) and a Top Workplace by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (2021)
• Fast Five (2012) and Small Business of the Year Award Winner (2015) for Rapidly Growing Company in Kenosha County
• Casual dress environment
• Professional development opportunities and tuition reimbursement
• CPA bonus program
• Monthly employee appreciation events
• Early dismissal days & flexible scheduling
• A strong commitment to work-life balance

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Understanding the internal and client software systems (QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online, Microsoft Office)
• Understanding of clients’ POS systems and operations
• Reconciling balance sheet accounts including but not limited to bank accounts, accounts receivable, and accounts payable
• Preparing and reviewing income statements
• Maintaining clients’ workpapers up to date
• Providing high level of support to the internal staff
• Tracking the status of deliverables and communicating on a routine basis to the team
• Providing appropriate customer services to internal and external clients
• Preparation of Corporate and Personal tax returns
• Recognizing opportunities for growth within SAS (tax, payroll, financial services) and communicating it to the Accounting Supervisor
• Client workload expectations (typically assigned 50-70 clients on a monthly, quarterly, and/or annual basis)
• Completing other duties as assigned

Education, Experience, Qualifications And Skills

• Associate’s degree in accounting or relevant experience of 3+ years is required.
• Ability to handle numerous responsibilities and meet deadlines is required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (V-Lookups & Pivot Tables) is required.

Physical Requirements

Note: This is largely a sedentary role; however, filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.

Salary

$60,000 - $75,000 per year