Staff Accountant, Accounting & Business Advisory

Savant•Barrington, IL

10h•$62,800 - $94,200•Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Accountant is part of Savant’s Accounting & Business Advisory team and supports healthcare clients through accounting, tax, and consulting services. The role helps build long-term client relationships and takes increasing ownership of client relationships and day-to-day needs. The position is based at 1300 S Grove Ave, Suite 201, Barrington, IL 60010. The office joined Savant through the acquisition of Professional Business Management (PBM), which has served healthcare practices for more than 90 years; the role offers an opportunity to continue PBM’s client-first culture while accessing Savant’s resources, technology, and career opportunities. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. During tax season, team members should expect approximately 50–60-hour workweeks to meet client deadlines. The expected base salary range is $62,800–$94,200 per year. Additional incentive compensation may be available based on responsibilities and performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field from an accredited college or university.
0–3 years of experience in tax preparation.
Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities

Become familiar with Savant policies and procedures.
Prepare federal and state tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and fiduciaries.
Communicate clearly and promptly with tax staff, advisors, and senior-level management.
Develop proficiency with tax software, paperless document storage, and workflow systems.
Manage client needs and requests and attend client meetings as needed.
Develop tax research skills.
Assist with preparing monthly financial statements, including bank reconciliations, payroll processing, and journal entries.
Assist with preparing quarterly and annual compliance reports.
Support senior-level managers and attend client meetings as needed.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple plan options.
Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage.
401(k) with company match, with Roth and Traditional options.
Team-based incentive opportunities and recognition programs.
Paid time off and at least 10 paid holidays.
Annual Savantiversary day.
Summer Hours with shorter workweeks during the summer.
Parental leave, personal leave, and other life-event support.
Tax Season Time Off benefit.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Wellness reimbursements, such as gym memberships.
Flexible Dress for Your Day approach.
Potential additional incentive compensation based on responsibilities and performance.