Staff Accountant; Audit - Profit

Overview

Staff Accountant (Audit For-Profit) at Sikich — Naperville, IL

Location:

Naperville, IL

Team members at Sikich contribute to a culture focused on growth, purpose, and delivering value to clients and communities.

Reporting to the Audit Manager, the Staff Accountant (Audit For-Profit) will work closely with engagement leaders and other staff to ensure the efficient and timely completion of financial statement audits. You will provide superior service to external clients and internal stakeholders.

• Conduct and review audit tests which are 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 positive insight and business acumen, applying 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 company’s clientele.
• Deliver exceptional client support virtually and onsite as needed.

• BA/BS Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience.
• 1+ years of progressive public accounting experience, ideally in audit & assurance; experience with For-Profit clients is a plus.
• Strong technical accounting skills with proficiency in US GAAP and audit preparation software.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements, staff and interns, and competing priorities.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• CPA certification or eligibility to sit is highly desirable.

• Servant Leader – focus on engaging employees, fostering development, and building a positive culture.
• Solutions Focused – identify opportunities and implement solutions.
• Collaboration – relationship builder across levels and units.
• Instills Trust – integrity, follow-through, and credible behavior.
• Impact & Influence Thinking – gain support for ideas and initiatives, with or without formal authority.

Sikich is a global company specializing in Accounting, Advisory, and Technical professional services. We provide insights and transformative strategies to strengthen our clients’ businesses.

Pay transparency information and a broad benefits package are offered, including flexible time off, health/dental/vision insurance, retirement benefits, and professional development programs. The midpoint of the salary range for this role is $78,000; final offer may vary by experience and location.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Business Consulting and Services

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