Staff Accountant/ Associate

Mk Group Cpas & Consultants Llc

  • Oak Brook, IL
  • 18 days ago
  • Full-time
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Skills

  • Accountingunmatched
  • Accounting Softwareunmatched
  • Administrative Skillsunmatched
  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Best Practicesunmatched
  • Billingunmatched
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)unmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Expense Reportsunmatched
  • Financeunmatched
  • Financial Analysisunmatched
  • Financial Auditunmatched
  • Financial Statementsunmatched
  • Financial Transactionsunmatched
  • General Ledger Accountingunmatched
  • Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)unmatched
  • Intuit Quickbooksunmatched
  • Journal Entriesunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Microsoft Excelunmatched
  • Microsoft Outlookunmatched
  • Microsoft Wordunmatched
  • Nonprofitunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Payroll Managementunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Public Accountingunmatched
  • Reconciliationunmatched
  • Record Keepingunmatched
  • Regulatory Requirementsunmatched
  • Request for Information (RFI)unmatched
  • Tax Returnsunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Training/Teachingunmatched
  • Workpaper Preparationunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

Description

Benefits:
  • Flexible schedule
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Training & development

Benefits/Perks
  • Careers Advancement Opportunities 
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Competitive Compensation
Job Summary
We are seeking a knowledgeable Accountant to join our team. In this role, you will document the company’s financial transactions, prepare financial statements, and manage payroll. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and has a strong understanding of best practices in accounting. 

Responsibilities 
  • Prepare and maintain accurate financial records and supporting schedules.
  •  Assist in the preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP. 
  •  Perform bank reconciliations, account reconciliations, and general ledger analysis. 
  •  Prepare journal entries and month-end/year-end closing activities. 
  •  Assist with audit engagements, including testing transactions and preparing audit workpapers. 
  •  Support tax return preparation for individuals, corporations, partnerships, nonprofits, and housing entities. 
  •  Review invoices, expense reports, and supporting documentation for accuracy. 
  •  Analyze financial data and identify discrepancies or unusual transactions. 
  • Prepare schedules and reports required by management and clients. 
  •  Assist clients with accounting inquiries and requests for financial information. 
  •  Ensure compliance with internal policies, professional standards, and regulatory requirements. 
  •  Maintain organized electronic and physical client files. 
  •  Participate in client meetings and communicate professionally with clients and team members. 
  •  Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  •  CPA eligibility or progress toward CPA certification is preferred. 
  • 0–3 years of accounting, audit, or tax experience. 
  •  Public accounting experience is a plus.
Required Skills


  •  Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook. 
  •  Experience with accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, Yardi, or similar) is preferred. 
  •  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
  •  Excellent organizational and time management abilities. 
  •  High attention to detail and accuracy. 
  •  Strong written and verbal communication skills. 
  •  Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
  •  Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.

Numbers & Facts

LocationOak Brook, IL
Job TypeFull-time

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