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Public Accounting Associate CPA
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What they do
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
-16% projected decline
Job Description
Public Accounting Associate CPA at Datadot Software Solution Public Accounting Associate CPA at Datadot Software Solution in Lincolnshire, Illinois Posted in about 14 hours ago.
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full-time Key Responsibilities Support client accounting and advisory engagements. Assist with month-end close and financial statement preparation. Prepare financial forecasts, financial analysis, and KPI reports. Perform bank and account reconciliations. Handle Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) activities. Support payroll accounting and retirement contribution processes. Maintain balance-sheet sub-ledgers and supporting schedules. Assist with business tax filings, including 1096, 1099, payroll, and sales tax filings. Support annual audits and transaction-related projects. Assist with accounting remediation and implementation of new accounting procedures. Support
U.S. GAAP
conversions and related accounting activities. Assist with process improvements and accounting system implementations. Provide training and guidance to clients on accounting processes and procedures. Communicate effectively with clients and internal team members regarding accounting matters. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required. Minimum of 1 year of accounting experience; relevant internship experience may be considered. CPA eligibility is required; active CPA certification is preferred. Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting. Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong client-service orientation. Ability to manage multiple projects, clients, and deadlines simultaneously.