About this opportunity
Founder's CPA lists this Senior Associate - Accounting Services opportunity in chicago, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
About Founder's CPA
nFounder's CPA was founded in 2017 and is now an industry-leading accounting firm located in Chicago that focuses on outsourced accounting, tax, and CFO services for venture-backed startups. We refuse to accept the inefficient and burdensome “old school” approach to accounting and offer a modern approach that improves the client experience. This approach enables us to provide deeper and more meaningful value in our role as a trusted advisor.
nWe're looking for curious and reliable team members who share our values (see below) to join the team!
nWhat We Value
nWe value diversity and the unique perspectives and strengths each team member brings to our firm. Together, we work in alignment with our 5 core values:
nnn#FIOTA (Figure it out then ask) - By embracing an entrepreneurial mindset, you can exhibit a natural curiosity to develop answers to questions and understand why one way could be better than another.
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nnAuthentic Relationships - Care deeply for others, but be willing to challenge them directly to be the best version of themselves, while also embracing constructive feedback as an opportunity to grow.
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nnAccountability - Produce a product that you're proud of, but know your own limitations. Trust in your coworkers' abilities and the reliability of others.
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nnTeach Others to Fish - Share knowledge while being a thoughtful communicator. Be patient, understanding, and aware that everyone may not be as capable as you are.
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nnThoughtful Communication - Communication should strive to be appropriately delivered, timely, thorough, and solutions-focused.
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n nWhat You'll Do
nAs a valued member of our team, you will be tasked with providing accounting services to our client base. Duties will include, but are not limited to:
nnnManaging and executing the month-end close process for our clients to produce complete, accurate, and timely financial statements
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nnCollaborating with staff resources to ensure continuity of the day to day accounting tasks for clients
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nnProvide commentary on the monthly financial performance of clients and prepare reporting packages for management review
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nnAnalyze budget to actuals performance and identify key drivers of account variances
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nnAssist in the development and maintenance of basic cash flow models and other financial forecasts
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nnAssisting in the onboarding of new clients and developing core accounting processes to satisfy their accounting needs at their current and future business lifecycle
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n nLearn more about what our team members and clients have to say about us here (
nWho You Are
nThe ideal candidate exhibits the following skills and/or characteristics:
nnnBachelor's degree in accounting, finance or similar field
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nn2+ years in accounting services, FP&A, or similar role
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nnKeen attention to detail and organizational skills
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nnStrong communication skills
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nnNatural curiosity and a strong desire to learn new skills
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nnAbility to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently
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nnGathers and analyzes information skillfully
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nnProfessionalism and commitment to exceptional communication and client service
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nnExperience with Quickbooks Online is strongly preferred
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nnExperience with Sage Intacct, Xero, Bill.com, Expensify, Gusto, HubDoc, and other accounting applications strongly preferred
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nnCPA or on track for your CPA is preferred but not required
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n nPerks
nA perk we like to highlight is work life balance. We recognize this is an industry with a reputation for spending long hours at the office, and we try to do things a little differently. Firstly, we encourage our team to work from where they work best, whether that be at home or in our Chicago office. While we may request in office meetings from time to time, we encourage our team to control where and how they work. Additionally, we strive to provide each team member with a reasonable workload. Based on internal surveys, during the off-season, employees typically work an average 40 hours per week. We recognize that balance shifts during busy seasons, and while dedication is crucial, we strive to maintain a healthy equilibrium. Even during peak periods, employees typically average 50-55 hours per week. We believe that a harmonious work-life balance not only enhances individual satisfaction but also contributes to a thriving and motivated workforce.
nOther perks include:
nnnCasual dress
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nnCompetitive compensation and benefits package, including profit sharing bonuses
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nnAutonomy of work and ability to grow quickly within the company
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nnA company culture that places emphasis on individual career goals
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nnOpportunity to work on a variety of innovative clients in emerging industries
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n nCompensation
nThis position is for immediate hire, paid commensurate with the candidate's experience. The salary range for this position is $75-110k. The position also includes benefit offerings such as medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and commuter benefits.
nOther
nFounder's CPA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
nThis policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
nApplicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
Worksite address
chicago, IL, 60290, US
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