Accountant $71,000 per year - Veterans Sourcing Group

Accountant
Northbrook, IL
direct hire full time 71,000/yr
Skills: Certified Public Accountant, CPA, Accounting, Public Accounting, Tax Laws, Tax, Law, QuickBooks, QuickBook, Excel, CCH ProSystem FX, Axcess Tax, Caseware

We are seeking a senior accountant to join our firm. We are a recipient of the recently awarded Best Places to Work in Illinois award. 

Primary job responsibilities include:

• Review and prepare federal and multi-state tax returns on a timely and efficient basis; to include business, partnerships, individuals, not-for-profit and trust returns
• Review and prepare annual tax provisions and tax planning calculations for estimate and extension purposes
• Research complex tax matters in order to summarize results and propose resolutions
• Monitor and communicate legislative and regulatory tax law developments
• Supervise and train members of the tax team
• Develop and sustain strong client relationships
• Respond to client inquires and taxing authorities
• Perform other accounting and tax duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• We are excited to welcome an enthusiastic professional with an upbeat outlook to join our team and actively respond to the needs of our growing client base.
• Strong candidates for this position should be motivated, reliable and possess:
• A bachelor's degree in accounting or a related major is required
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license
• At least six years of prior experience in public accounting
• Strong knowledge of tax laws
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to articulate complex information
• Knowledge of the following software programs is preferred
• QuickBooks Desktop and Online
• Microsoft Office, in particular Excel and Word, CCH ProSystem FX or Axcess Tax, Caseware
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and to analyze problems logically and comprehensively, distinguishing between relevant and irrelevant information
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently
• Ability to handle sensitive/confidential matters in a tactful and discreet manner
• Strong inter-personal skills, including the capability to effectively present information and respond to clients' needs.

Experience level: Mid-senior
Experience required: 6 Years
Education level: Bachelor's degree
Job function: Accounting/Auditing
Industry: Accounting