Senior Accountant; Audit Non-Profit

Overview

Senior Accountant (Audit Non-Profit) – Sikich, Peoria, IL

Reporting to the Audit Manager, the Senior Accountant (Audit) will work closely with engagement leaders and staff to ensure the efficient and timely completion of financial statement audits. You will provide superior service to external clients and internal stakeholders, and be responsible for supervising and reviewing the work of interns or staff during engagements.

• Direct field work, inform engagement leaders of audit engagement status and manage staff performance.
• Conduct audit tests sufficient in scope to support professional opinions as to the fair representation of client financial statements.
• Develop self and others through on-the-job coaching and engagement experiences.
• Develop and maintain productive working relationships with clients to enhance customer satisfaction.
• Build credibility through technical competence and engaging in relevant discussions with clients and engagement teams.
• Consult with clients on various internal accounting-related transactions.
• Provide strategic and tactical accounting advice and recommendations to the firm’s clientele.
• Provide review of staff work product and performance.
• Deliver exceptional client support virtually and in hybrid environments as needed.

• BA/BS Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of progressive public accounting background with in-charge experience.
• 2+ years of non-profit experience.
• Strong technical accounting skills with proficiency in US GAAP and GAAS.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and priorities in a fast-paced team environment.
• Strong leadership, recruiting, training, and mentoring skills, with excellent verbal, written, and presentation abilities.
• CPA certification or eligibility to sit is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and audit preparation software.
• Comfort with virtual work environment and hybrid fieldwork as needed.

Sikich is a global company specializing in Accounting, Advisory, and Technical professional services. Our employees support clients worldwide, and Sikich is a leading provider of professional services and a sought-after employer of choice.

Salary range and benefits are described in the job posting. Sikich offers a comprehensive benefits package including flexible time off, holidays, wellness programs, health plans, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, and other programs.

• Flexible Time Off policy activated from day one.
• Paid holidays and potential time off during year-end project cycles.
• Wellness program with rewards.
• Flexible work arrangements, health/dental/vision insurance, HSA contributions, paid holidays, parental leave, 401(k) with employer contributions, CPA exam support, tuition reimbursement, referral bonuses, and volunteer time.

Sikich is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. Sikich complies with applicable pay transparency laws.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Business Consulting and Services