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Kemper CPA Group LLP

Supervisory Staff Accountant

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An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).

$79,746 / year median in Illinois

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Open Positions Supervisory Staff Accountant 810 W Jefferson Avenue, Effingham, IL 62401 Full-Time Onsite, Hybrid
Salary:
$65,000 - $85,000 Kemper CPA Group LLP, a top 100 public accounting firm, is a multifaceted regional CPA firm with 26 offices in Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, and California. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for a Supervisory Staff Accountant position in our Effingham, Illinois office. Some overtime is expected during peak seasons. The position requires an experienced professional with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, along with a desire to take on new challenges and responsibilities.

The Supervisory Staff Accountant will perform most tasks with a minimum of supervision. Qualified candidates will be able to direct entry level Staff Accountants, instruct them in work to be performed, review the work done, and direct necessary revisions. Supervisory Staff Accountant candidates will also be able to outline any issues for their Supervisor (Senior Accountant, Manager, or Partner) and act on that individual's advice. A CPA license is preferred. Job Responsibilities Prepare simple and moderate tax returns and suggest client tax planning ideas. Work independently as well as in a team environment within tax and/or audit engagements. Execute routine journal entries and prepare simple financial statements utilizing the provided format. Complete basic procedures for general accounting functions such as: bank reconciliations, accrual computations, statistical and account analysis, inventory observations and depreciation schedule updates. Follow basic audit work paper techniques and spreadsheets, follow-up with clients on explanations of discrepancies and assist in preparing final report. Additional duties as assigned. Qualifications and Competencies Possess a bachelor's degree in accounting and be eligible to sit for the CPA exam or already have obtained CPA license. Possess technology skills which contribute to the completion of assignments. Display the ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing to clients and staff in a respectful and professional manner. Demonstrate ownership of work assigned and take the initiative to complete the work assigned. Work under time constraints. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Maintain regular and reliable attendance. Pay and Benefits Our employees play an integral role in our success as a firm. We value the long-term relationships we have developed with our clients as a result of our ability to retain our brightest professionals and believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive base compensation that is commensurate with the position and candidate's experience. Additional compensation includes bonus pay and new business incentives. We also offer an attractive benefits package that is dependent on status as a full or part-time employee. Health, dental, vision, and life insurance Paid time off Holiday pay Long- and short-term disability leave Paid sick leave Parental leave 401(k) plan and profit-sharing contributions Health savings account Flexible spending account Professional development assistance Paid CPA Exam study time, Becker CPA Review course, CPA Exam reimbursement, and CPA Exam bonus program Employee assistance program Wellness program Referral programs Flexible schedule Access to investment advice