Accounting Associate

Accounting Associate

Prosperity Partners ("Prosperity") is a Chicago-headquartered professional services firm offering best-in-class tax, accounting, transaction advisory and personal finance services to dynamic businesses, high net-worth individuals, and family offices. With offices throughout the United States and private equity backing, Prosperity is seeking an energetic accountant to support our fast-growing business. The candidate must have a strong work ethic, superb accounting skills, budding leadership qualities and excellent communication and client service skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with a wide variety of company clients, from early-stage, fast-growth companies to high net worth families;
• Participate in accounting and tax projects;
• Prepare and understand financial statements, analyze key performance metrics and effectively communicate financial results;
• Multi-task, respond to demanding client needs and thrive in a deadline-driven industry.

Candidates that demonstrate hard work, enthusiasm and ethical behavior will have excellent opportunities for annual advancement. The position offers a unique opportunity to work with a high-level professional services firm with significant growth potential. Due to the collaborative nature of our work, employees are expected to be in the office two days per week.

Qualifications:

• Accounting Degree from an accredited four-year university;
• CPA designation or working to obtain CPA qualification;
• Prior accounting experience via full-time employment;
• A strong interest in accounting and taxation is important;
• Proven understanding of transactional accounting and entries and the ability to draft GAAP-based financial reports;
• Proficient in accounting/tax software programs such as Quickbooks, Intacct, Prosystem FX, and/or CCH Axcess is strongly preferred;
• Success in prior work experience with the ability to self-manage & prioritize assignments and client interface;
• A strong work ethic combined with a positive, collaborative attitude;
• Self-motivated and comfortable excelling in both solo and team driven environments;
• Effective verbal and written communication skills;
• Availability to work in the office at least 2 days per week.

Prosperity Partners is a people-focused professional services business with a strong culture, talented professionals, and exceptional clients. We offer a dynamic environment, significant growth opportunities, equity participation, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits.