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Kaizen CPAs + Advisors · 2 days ago

Staff Accountant (QuickBooks)

Antioch, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$24/hr - $24/hr

1+ years exp

Kaizen CPAs + Advisors is a people-first firm dedicated to helping businesses overcome financial challenges. As a Staff Accountant, you will support small business clients by preparing financial statements, managing client accounts, and assisting with payroll and accounting software, all while contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.

AccountingFinancial ServicesInformation Technology

Responsibilities

Deliver Financial Clarity: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for small business clients, giving them the insights they need to succeed

Own the Client Experience: Manage a portfolio of clients, providing support with accounting, payroll, and basic software questions—all while building strong, professional relationships

Customer Service Excellence: Deliver exceptional service with a focus on timely responses and dependable follow-through to keep things moving forward

Practice Management: Maintain accurate practice management reports and handle sensitive business matters confidentially

Collaborate Across the Firm: Work closely with teams in IT, payroll, tax, and consulting to provide seamless support and well-rounded service

Continuous Improvement: Spot opportunities for efficiency, recommend improvements, and contribute to the firm's continuous improvement culture

Grow with Us: Stay up to date with evolving accounting practices and technology, participate in trainings, and share your learning with the team

Be a Culture Contributor: Actively support firm-wide goals and embody our vision and core values in everything you do

Qualification

QuickBooksBookkeepingAccountingMicrosoft OfficeCommunication

Required

Strong proficiency in QuickBooks (especially QuickBooks Online)

Confident using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook) and quick to learn new tools and systems

Clear, professional written and verbal communication is a must—especially when working with clients and teammates

Preferred

Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred—but not required if you bring the skills and drive

1–3 years in bookkeeping, accounting, or a related role is a plus, but we welcome enthusiastic learners ready to grow

Certification in QuickBooks is a bonus—or something you're willing to pursue

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance

Cafeteria/Section 125 Plan

Retirement/401(k): Employer match with 100% vesting on day one of eligibility

Paid Vacation: Starting at 2 weeks, available for use from day one

Paid Personal Time (PTO): 32 hours available to use from day one

Paid Holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve (if it falls during the work week), and Christmas Day