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Kaizen CPAs + Advisors · 5 days ago

Junior Accounting Manager (CPA/EA)

Antioch, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$26.44/hr - $26.44/hr

1+ years exp

Kaizen CPAs + Advisors is a people-first firm focused on helping businesses overcome financial challenges. The Junior Accounting Manager will deliver financial expertise to small business clients, primarily focusing on tax preparation and building strong client relationships.

AccountingFinancial ServicesInformation Technology

Responsibilities

Work directly with small business clients to guide them toward financial clarity and success

Prepare personal, partnership, and corporate tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance

Collaborate with clients on tax planning, projections, and inquiries—becoming their go-to expert

Review financial statements and assist with reviews that drive client confidence

Conduct research and support responses to federal and state tax authorities

Serve as a key liaison between Staff Accountants and Managers, keeping workflows smooth and communication clear

Share your knowledge through internal presentations and take advantage of continuous learning opportunities—with a clear path to becoming a Manager

Qualification

CPAEA certificationTax preparationAccounting degreeQuickBooksHighly organizedMotivatedCommunicationAdaptableTime management

Required

CPA or EA certification—or a strong desire to pursue one

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Confidence working with Outlook, Excel, Word, QuickBooks, and tax software

Excellent communicator who thrives on building positive client and team relationships

Highly organized and capable of juggling multiple priorities with ease

Motivated and adaptable—you're ready to grow in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment

Sharp time management skills with a strong sense of accountability

Long-term interest in moving into an Account Manager role

Preferred

1–3+ years of relevant experience preferred, but if you're passionate and driven, we want to hear from you!

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