Staff Accountant (Remote in the Midwest) Job at KO Business Solutions, Arlington Heights, IL

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  • KO Business Solutions
  • Arlington Heights, IL

Job Description

KO Business Solutions is proud to be working with a growing firm specializing in accounting, tax, and consulting services based in Philadelphia and Chicago who is currently seeking an additional Staff Accountant to join their Chicago team. Our client provides a variety of accounting, tax, and consulting services to help business owners and nonprofits focus on what they do best: fulfill their missions and lead in the communities they serve. If you’re ready to build a successful and rewarding career with a company who has set out to bridge the gap between traditional bookkeepers and business owners, we may have just the perfect fit for you!

Location : Remote in the Midwestern US

Salary : $50,000-$70,000

Schedule : Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm 


Job Type : Full-time, Direct Hire

Description

Our client services small to medium-sized businesses and non-profits across a variety of industries to provide cost-effective and comprehensive accounting and financial reporting services. In this role you will serve not only as an accounting professional, but you will have an opportunity to act as an advisor to business owners and executive leadership. Some of your key responsibilities will be:

  • Ensure Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable transactions are classified accurately and timely – must be completed on a daily or weekly basis, depending upon client requirements
  • Timely download and reconciliation of various bank, credit card, and loan accounts
  • Payroll entries recorded in a timely manner
  • Record various adjusting entries and update associated
  • Initial preparation and review of financial statements to ensure all transactions have been properly recorded and classified
  • Initial preparation and revisions of cash forecasts and budgets
  • Initial preparation of sales tax returns, payroll and sales tax reconciliations and annual 1099 analysis
  • Proactively identify and resolve discrepancies, escalating issues and opportunities as necessary to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
  • Ensure client folder and portal structures are always maintained
  • Other duties and responsibilities, as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities :

  • Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including Excel
  • Experience using QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online are required; any other accounting systems are a plus
  • Ability to manage multiple clients, deadlines, and projects simultaneously
  • Strong organizational skills and very detail-oriented
  • Ability to self-manage and work independently in a remote environment.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Education and Experience :

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting required; CPA certification preferred or on track to obtain.
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in a staff accountant role.

Benefits:

  • Flexible work environment
  • Opportunities for career advancement
  • Retirement plan with employer match
  • Comprehensive health insurance, as well as dental and vision plans
  • Company paid holidays and vacation time
  • Regular team building events and company holiday parties


Equal Opportunity Employer

KO Business Solutions is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws

Pay rate: $50,000-$60,000

Location: Remote

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Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Local area, Remote work, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours,

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