Staff Accountant - Public Accounting Fox Lake, IL Experience level: Mid-senior Experience required: 5 Years Education level: Bachelors degree Job function: Accounting/Auditing Industry: Accounting Compensation: Total position: 1 Relocation assistance: No Visa sponsorship eligibility: No Our client, a Public Accounting Firm, is seeking a Staff Accountant for their office. Our client is a successful and growing firm established 50 years ago with two locations in Lake County, Illinois. They offer a competitive salary and benefit package! Why Apply? • Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year • Benefits include: 401(k), 401(k) matching, Dental insurance, Flexible schedule, Health insurance, Life insurance, Paid time off, Vision insurance • Full-time position with possible reduced hours in Summer • Job Type: Full-time, Direct Hire Placement Job Duties: • Individual income tax preparation and planning • Corporate income tax preparation and planning • Preparation of compiled and reviewed financial statements • Payroll tax return preparation • Sales tax return preparation • Bookkeeping services • Audits Job requirements: • 5+ years in public accounting • Bachelors degree or higher in accounting • CPA designation or working towards it • Experience with Lacerte, Ultra Tax, Accounting CS and QuickBooks • Strong communication and interpersonal skills • Work efficiently and independently • Ability to handle sensitive information with integrity and confidentially