Staff Accountant (QuickBooks)

Kaizen CPAs + AdvisorsAntioch, IL
$24Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to break free from the traditional accounting firm experience? We’re not your typical firm—we’re Kaizen! If you’re someone who thrives on challenges, enjoys working with numbers, and finds excitement in helping businesses succeed, we may have the perfect opportunity for you! As a Staff Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting small business clients, preparing financial statements, managing multiple client accounts, and providing assistance with payroll and accounting software. Working closely with an account manager, you'll help shape the financial success of our clients while embracing our culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements

  • Strong proficiency in QuickBooks (especially QuickBooks Online).
  • Confident using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook) and quick to learn new tools and systems.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for client and teammate interactions.

Nice To Haves

  • Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • 1–3 years in bookkeeping, accounting, or a related role.
  • QuickBooks Certification or willingness to pursue it.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for small business clients.
  • Manage a portfolio of clients, providing support with accounting, payroll, and basic software questions.
  • Deliver exceptional service with a focus on timely responses and dependable follow-through.
  • Maintain accurate practice management reports and handle sensitive business matters confidentially.
  • Work closely with teams in IT, payroll, tax, and consulting to provide seamless support and well-rounded service.
  • Spot opportunities for efficiency, recommend improvements, and contribute to the firm's continuous improvement culture.
  • Stay up to date with evolving accounting practices and technology, participate in trainings, and share your learning with the team.
  • Actively support firm-wide goals and embody our vision and core values in everything you do.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
  • Cafeteria/Section 125 Plan
  • Retirement/401(k) with employer match and 100% vesting on day one of eligibility
  • Paid Vacation (Starting at 2 weeks, available from day one)
  • Paid Personal Time (PTO) (32 hours available to use from day one)
  • Paid Holidays (New Year’s Day, The first Friday following April 15th, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day)
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