Staff Accountant

FSB&W LLC; Vernon Hills (IL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

A fast-growing accounting firm in Vernon Hills, IL is seeking accounting professionals to join their team. This role offers flexibility with a hybrid work environment, allowing 2-3 days on-site and 2-3 days remote. The ideal candidate will engage in various accounting duties including tax return preparation, auditing, and maintaining client relationships. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required; CPA is preferred. Join a supportive environment that promotes professional growth and client interaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• 1-3 years of public accounting experience preferred.
• CPA or in progress is a strong preference.

Responsibilities

• Participate in audit planning and fieldwork.
• Prepare financial statements and tax returns.
• Conduct bookkeeping and maintain client communication.

Skills

Knowledge of QuickBooks Software

Highly developed software skills

Proficient in Microsoft Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in Accounting

CPA strongly preferred

Tools

CCH software

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Overview

FSB&W is seeking accounting professionals to join our fast-growing team. We are a challenging and rewarding professional environment, where you will have opportunity for advancement and your talent will be respected and developed.

FSB&W allows you to be involved in every aspect of client engagements – from workpapers through financials to preparing the tax return. We have a diverse client base, keeping you challenged with assignments that vary by industry sector and service area. You’ll interact regularly with clients, managers and partners, gaining knowledge, responsibility and growing professionally at a fast rate.

At FSB&W, we are primarily cloud based, with a hybrid-work environment. We offer 2-3 days on site in our Vernon Hills, Illinois office and 2-3 days remote, affording you the opportunity to work from home or office as needed. Our fun, flexible and innovative culture will allow you to learn and grow with opportunities to work with partners and our professional team. This is a unique opportunity to work from either location with flexibility in scheduling and seasonality in public accounting.

Responsibilities

• Participate in audit planning, fieldwork, workpaper and financial statement preparation as well as client communication
• Conduct accounting compilations and reviews
• Preparation of individual, fiduciary, business tax returns
• Prepare sales and payroll taxes
• Conduct bookkeeping and related functions
• Provide outstanding client service and communication
• Maintain active communications within the firm to manage expectations, safeguard client satisfaction and ensure deadlines are met

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in Accounting
• CPA strongly preferred, or pursuing
• Minimum 1-3 years’ experience in public accounting preferred
• Knowledge of QuickBooks Software (Desktop and Online)
• Highly developed software and Microsoft Suite skills
• Proficient in CCH software a plus
• Flexible work from home options available.