Junior Accounting Manager (CPA/EA)

Company Description

Meet Kaizen CPAs + Advisors, the family-friendly accounting pros that have been rockin' the numbers game since 1964. Yep, that's right, we're like the OGs of the financial world! 📊

With five super convenient locations, we've got you covered. Our Illinois offices are nestled in the picturesque towns of Antioch, Arlington Heights, South Barrington, and Lake Zurich. And let's not forget our Wisconsin office, chillin' in the awesome city of Kenosha. 🏙️

Now, even though we're hangin' out in northeastern Illinois and southeastern Wisconsin, our clients are like our own personal travel buddies. We've got peeps all over, from the Windy City down south to the cheese-loving folks up north, and even scattered across the good ol' USA. 🗺️

But here's the real deal: When you join the Kaizen CPAs + Advisors crew, you're not just joining a bunch of number crunchers. You're becoming part of our awesome, supportive team. We're all about high-fives and virtual dance parties to celebrate your wins, whether they're big-time business victories or personal achievements. 💃🕺

So, if you're lookin' for an accounting squad that's a mix of professionalism and down-to-earth awesomeness, look no further. Kaizen CPAs + Advisors has your back! 🚀

Job Description

Though the work is predominately tax, this position is ideal for the individual looking to get broad exposure to payroll, bookkeeping, compilations, and reviews. The Junior Manager, under the direct supervision of the Account Manager, prepares personal, partnership, and corporate tax returns. In addition, the Junior Manager manages client relationships and engagements, researches tax compliance matters, reviews financial statements, prepares tax projections, and assists in responding to various taxing authorities. A successful Junior Manager excels in an environment of continuous improvement; researching, applying, and sharing information at a fast pace. As the link between Staff Accountants and Managers, the Junior Manager identifies areas for enhancement that will bring value to the client. To do this, it is essential to understand the Staff Accountant position, as well as the Manager position. Not only does the Junior Manager work with Staff Accountants and Managers, they also work with members from payroll, financial services, and IT. Building a good rapport with clients and co-workers is essential; leading presentations on varied subjects is a requirement. Junior Managers gain proficiency in a number of software programs, e.g., Microsoft Excel, Word, and Teams, as well as a suite of tax programs. Time pressures, due to various tasks and deadlines, must be managed efficiently to be successful in achieving firm goals. Integrity, honesty, dependability, enthusiasm, positivity, resilience, organization, time management, and professionalism are demonstrated daily in this position. In addition to the above, advancement to Manager is available for those that reveal a strong combination of superior technical skills, superior soft skills, confidence, the ability to command respect from clients and co-workers, the aptitude to advise a diverse client base, and holding true to the firm’s vision and values.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA certification or candidate for CPA certification; EA also acceptable - if not already obtained candidate must have the desire to obtain within the first year of employment
• 1-3 years experience – preferred, but not required
• Proficient with QuickBooks Online
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products
• Desire for further advancement to Account Manager required for this role

Additional Information

Elevate Your Experience with Our Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Disability, Life, and AD&D insurances
• Flexible spending account
• Health Savings Account
• Health Reimbursment Account
• Paid vacation, holidays, and PTO
• Hybrid/Remote Work Flexibility
• Ongoing training & development
• Company-sponsored events & more!

Kaizen CPAs + Advisors provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.