Staff Accountant

4 weeks ago


Oak Brook, United States Workforce Solutions Full time

Workforce Solutions partners directly with leading small to mid-sized CPA firms across the United States to connect them with top talent in the public accounting industry. We are currently working with a rapidly growing CPA firm with locations in Oak Brook and Sycamore, IL looking for accountants interested in a career in public accounting.

What's the role?

Staff Accountants and Tax Managers are a key part of the business tax team responsible for managing client relationships while ensuring final annual tax products and monthly financial work are produced and delivered to clients within expected timelines. This includes:

  • Preparing payroll, tax, and business records and reports.
  • Preparing corporate and individual tax returns.
  • Building new and strengthening existing client relationships while demonstrating basic knowledge of clients' businesses.
  • Communicating and meeting with clients as requested; providing recommendations to assist clients with financial or tax needs.
What experience and skills do I need to be successful?
  • 0-5+ years in a similar role within a public accounting firm. (Willing to train accounting majors/new talent that have graduated and are pursuing a career in public accounting.)
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting highly desired or equivalent work experience.
  • CPA certification desired or ability to attain.
Great Perks and Benefits Package:

Some major perks this firm can offer are long-term job stability, work-life balance to support raising a family, and significant opportunity to grow your career within the firm. In addition:
  • Relocation packages to relocate to Oak Brook or Sycamore office area.
  • Medical, vision, life, and disability insurance with premiums supported by the employer.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
  • 401k employer matching program to save for retirement.
  • CPA materials and exam reimbursement and assistance.
  • Remote work allowed for experienced team members.

What will my schedule look like?

Being in the public accounting industry, schedules reflect the busy season of the tax industry January through May with 45 hours minimum per week and the rest of the year expect about 37.5 hours per week. Flex your start time from 7a-9a and end time from 3:30p-5:30p. Also enjoy half-day Fridays if your weekly hours are met

So how can I be considered for these opportunities?

The first step is applying with your resume. Qualified candidates will then complete a phone screen, followed by an interview with the firm.

What else are you hiring for?

See all our openings at or reach out to our Lead Recruiting Partner, Kayla Schaller-Greenwood, on LinkedIn.
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