Staff Accountant - Public Accounting Fox Lake, IL

Staff Accountant - Public Accounting Fox Lake, IL 

Experience level: Mid-senior Experience required: 5 Years Education level: Bachelors degree Job function: Accounting/Auditing Industry: Accounting Compensation:  Total position: 1 Relocation assistance: No Visa sponsorship eligibility: No

Our client, a Public Accounting Firm, is seeking a Staff Accountant for their office. Our client is a successful and growing firm established 50 years ago with two locations in Lake County, Illinois. They offer a competitive salary and benefit package!

Why Apply?

• Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
• Benefits include: 401(k), 401(k) matching, Dental insurance, Flexible schedule, Health insurance, Life insurance, Paid time off, Vision insurance
• Full-time position with possible reduced hours in Summer
• Job Type: Full-time, Direct Hire Placement

Job Duties:

• Individual income tax preparation and planning
• Corporate income tax preparation and planning
• Preparation of compiled and reviewed financial statements
• Payroll tax return preparation
• Sales tax return preparation
• Bookkeeping services
• Audits

Job requirements:

• 5+ years in public accounting
• Bachelors degree or higher in accounting
• CPA designation or working towards it
• Experience with Lacerte, Ultra Tax, Accounting CS and QuickBooks
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Work efficiently and independently
• Ability to handle sensitive information with integrity and confidentially