Staff Accountant

Overview

A full-service accounting firm specializing in clients in the home care industry is seeking an experienced accountant to manage complex client accounts. The firm is rapidly growing and values curiosity, accuracy, and a collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Categorize bank feed transactions in QuickBooks Online, including troubleshooting and researching items requiring additional attention.
• Prepare and post month-end journal entries.
• Perform month-end account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Conduct month-end variance analysis to identify discrepancies and areas needing further investigation or adjustment.
• Finalize month-end financials for timely and accurate reporting.
• Identify inefficiencies in accounting workflows and recommend process improvements.
• Respond promptly and professionally to client inquiries with clear, solution-oriented support.
• Manage a portfolio of approximately 10–15 client accounts, depending on client size and complexity.

Requirements

• CPA certification or equivalent.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in public accounting or managing multiple client accounts is preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to analyze financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and necessary adjustments.
• Strong written communication skills; effective verbal communication is a plus.
• Collaborative team player with a proactive, solution-oriented attitude.
• Curious and resourceful, willing to research and investigate transactions.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple client accounts and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in the home care or elder care industry.
• CPA or equivalent certification.

Compensation & Benefits

• Paid leave
• Sick leave
• Work from home
• Paid holidays

Location

• Remote work
• Based in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Additional Information

• Specialization: Accounting and Finance
• Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree (S1/Sarjana)
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Industry: Accounting