Senior Accountant

Job Description

Withum's Business Enterprise Advisors (BEA) team is seeking a senior accountant to join our Lincolnshire, IL office location. This role will be a hybrid-based position (3 days in the office).

• Analyzing financial statements, assessing risks, and providing recommendations on cost reduction, revenue enhancement, and profit maximization
• Identifying bottlenecks, streamlining processes, and suggesting improvements to enhance productivity and reduce costs
• Providing guidance, training and support to the engagement staff and promoting open communication with the engagement partner and manager
• Reviewing and conducting financial statements reviews and compilation
• Collaborating cross-functionally with our tax, assurance and accounting, and advisory groups to assist with opportunities to fully service the clients
• Remaining current on technical and industry developments and standards, while evaluating the potential impact on clients' business and financial position

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a business-related field of study
• CPA license preferred, or working towards CPA certification
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a local or mid-sized CPA firm or a tax consulting practice, food & beverage industry experience is a plus
• Experience working with a high volume of financial statements with tight deadlines
• Strong technical accounting background along with a curiosity and willingness to stay current on all key law changes
• Excellent analytical, organizational, project management, and technical skills
• Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships
• Strong training and mentoring skills, coupled with excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills to represent the Firm well to client's management

The compensation for this position ranges from $75,000-$85,000. In addition to the base compensation, Withum offers a competitive benefits package and bonus program (for eligible roles) based on individual and firm performance. Final offer amounts are based on multiple factors such as the specific role, hiring location, as well as the individual's skills, experience and qualifications. For additional information on our benefits, visit our website at

Withum Smith+Brown, PC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, (including pregnancy), genetic information, marital status, domestic partnership status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, weight, height, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.