Kaizen CPAs + Advisors-posted 8 months ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Antioch, IL
11-50 employees

Are you an automotive enthusiast with a knack for numbers? Do you thrive on building connections and organizing financial data? If you have a passion for the automotive repair industry and a talent for accounting, Kaizen CPAs + Advisors has an exciting opportunity for you! As a Junior Accounting Manager, you'll play an integral role in our dynamic team, handling a variety of financial responsibilities primarily focused on tax. You’ll have the chance to gain diverse experience across payroll, bookkeeping, compilations, reviews, and more, all within the context of the automotive industry. Reporting to the Account Manager, you'll be responsible for preparing personal, partnership, and corporate tax returns.

  • Work directly with small business clients to guide them toward financial clarity and success.
  • Prepare personal, partnership, and corporate tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Collaborate with clients on tax planning, projections, and inquiries—becoming their go-to expert.
  • Review financial statements and assist with reviews that drive client confidence.
  • Conduct research and support responses to federal and state tax authorities.
  • Serve as a key liaison between Staff Accountants and Managers, keeping workflows smooth and communication clear.
  • Share your knowledge through internal presentations and take advantage of continuous learning opportunities.
  • CPA or EA certification—or a strong desire to pursue one.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • 1–3+ years of relevant experience preferred.
  • Confidence working with Outlook, Excel, Word, QuickBooks, and tax software.
  • Excellent communicator who thrives on building positive client and team relationships.
  • Highly organized and capable of juggling multiple priorities with ease.
  • Motivated and adaptable—you’re ready to grow in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment.
  • Sharp time management skills with a strong sense of accountability.
  • Long-term interest in moving into an Account Manager role.
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
  • Cafeteria/Section 125 Plan
  • Retirement/401(k): Employer match with 100% vesting on day one of eligibility
  • Paid Vacation: Starting at 2 weeks, available for use from day one
  • Paid Personal Time (PTO): 32 hours available to use from day one
  • Paid Holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve (if it falls during the work week), and Christmas Day
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