Accounting Director jobs in Chicago, IL

Accounting Director directs the operations and policies of an accounting function. Implements accounting policies and procedures that adhere to governmental, financial, and tax regulations and comply with GAAP and IFRS standards. Being an Accounting Director monitors and evaluates accounting systems and processes to identify areas for improvement and optimization. Oversees overall monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close processes and reporting. Additionally, Accounting Director develops and directs accounting professionals and supports staff through subordinate managers. Requires a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. May require Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Typically reports to a head of accounting. The Accounting Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be an Accounting Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Accounting and Tax Manager
  • Lauzen Accounting
  • Warrenville, IL FULL_TIME
  • ACCOUNTING AND TAX MANAGER - Special opportunity at a small CPA firm!

    • Are you an energetic and helpful person?
    • Do youhave a strong interest in small business?
    • Looking for work/life balance AND a unique opportunity for success?
    • Are you an accountant with a great personality?
    • Do you have experience working in a smaller CPA firm?

    COMPANY:

    Lauzen Accounting is a successful Warrenville-based CPA firm. We specialize in serving small businesses by providing bookkeeping, payroll, accounting, and tax services.


    We are an entrepreneurial team and are committed to developing and retaining our staff for the long-term. We know that having the best staff is critical to our success. Our goal is to help our staff thrive professionally and personally. This is a special opportunity to join a growing professional firm!

    For more information, please visit www.lauzenaccounting.com.

    Requirements

    RESPONSIBILITIES:


    As an Accounting and Tax Manager, your main responsibility will be to provide outstanding personal service to a section of our small business clientele. We interact with our clients on a frequent basis and our systems keep workflow running smoothly throughout the year. You will supervise and review compilations, prepare and review tax filings (S corp, Partnership, 1040) and help our clients with ongoing tax planning. As a primary contact person, you will provide exceptional personal service to clients in long-lasting working relationships. We need your help to service a rapidly growing number of clients. And, you will have a seat at our management table. Your entrepreneurial drive to help us grow our business is just as important as your technical skills!

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    • Minimum of 3 years experience in a CPA firm working with small business
    • Upbeat, confident and sunny personality
    • CPA or strong CPA candidate preferred
    • Experience with compilation engagements
    • Experience with tax return prep for S Corps and individuals
    • General knowledge of payroll taxes and filings required
    • Must be computer savvy and experienced with QuickBooks and MS Office
    • Experience with Creative Solutions software (UltraTax, etc.) is a huge plus
    • Desire to learn and grow your professional skills

    COMPENSATION:

    Lauzen Accounting will reward your talents with an attractive compensation package. Excellent career and income opportunities exist for someone who will grow with us. You will also receive a competitive benefits package that includes a retirement plan, health insurance, and paid holidays & vacation.
    If you have the skills and energy we need, we encourage you to apply online. We prefer that you submit an electronic resume via this career site or cut and paste your resume into the body of an email. If you choose to attach your resume via email, please format your documents in MS Word. For more information about our firm, please visit www.lauzenaccounting.com.

    NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE


    Note: We will be corresponding with you via office@lauzenaccounting.com. Please be sure to take necessary precautions, such as adding the address to your address book so our messages are not caught in your e-mail filter(s). Thank you.

  • 23 Days Ago

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Accounting Assistant / Bookkeeper
  • Lauzen Accounting
  • Warrenville, IL FULL_TIME
  • Successful CPA firm! If you are hard-working and have an aptitude for numbers, we will train you! Are you an exceptional problem solver? Do you have basic knowledge of payroll and/or small business bo...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Director of Accounting
  • Jobot
  • Chicago, IL FULL_TIME
  • Do you love interfacing with clients in public accounting, but want a better work/life balance, NO Overtime, Fully Remote and work for an incredible growing Business Consulting Firm!This Jobot Job is ...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Director, Accounting
  • Art Institute of Chicago
  • Chicago, IL FULL_TIME
  • The Art Institute of Chicago shares its singular collections with our city and the world. We collect, care for, and interpret works of art across time, cultures, geographies, and identities, centering...
  • 5 Days Ago

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Director, Accounting
  • Sysmex America, Inc
  • Lincolnshire, IL FULL_TIME
  • Director, Accounting Job Location(s) US-IL-Lincolnshire # of Openings 1 Job ID 2024-3759 Category Finance/Accounting Overview Find a Better Way... ...to use your skills and experience. This is the tim...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Director of Accounting
  • SADA
  • Chicago, IL FULL_TIME
  • Join SADA as a Director of Global Accounting! Your Mission The Director of Global Accounting at SADA, an Insight Company, is a key leader in SADA’s Finance transformation to public-company standards. ...
  • 14 Days Ago

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Account Director
  • The Judge Group
  • Alsip, IL
  • Griffith Foods is a global manufacturer of food products. We provide a wide range of taste and texture components for fo...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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National Account Director
  • Fooda
  • Chicago, IL
  • Who We Are: We believe a workplace food program is something employees should love and look forward to every day. Powere...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Account Director - QSR
  • The Judge Group
  • Alsip, IL
  • Griffith Foods is a global manufacturer of food products. We provide a wide range of taste and texture components for fo...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Account Director, Influencer Marketing
  • Viral Nation Inc.
  • Chicago, IL
  • At Viral Nation, we specialize in building social-first ecosystems for brands to connect with the modern consumer journe...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dealer Group Account Director
  • Ansira Company
  • Chicago, IL
  • **Dealer Group Account Director** Chicago, IL / Sincro Digital Agency / Full-time *Sincro provides local digital marketi...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Account Director
  • Brunswick Group
  • Chicago, IL
  • The Role: Account Director, Client Handler, Chicago Brunswick Group is seeking an Account Director to join our Chicago o...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Account Director - Chicago
  • Seedtag
  • Chicago, IL
  • We are offering a position as Account Director to build the global contextual advertising leader. WHO WE ARE: Seedtag is...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Account Director
  • PRG&Me
  • Chicago, IL
  • Job Description Job Description Group Account Director (Advertising) Chicago, IL Full Time/Direct-Hire The Group Account...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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