Accounting Senior Associate
At a glance
Senior Accounting role at dhjj. Naperville · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate $85,000–$127,488 across the United States.
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What you'll do
- Record and review client information accurately, applying accounting knowledge while working with limited day-to-day guidance
- Plan project work independently and keep tasks within the agreed scope and budget
- Learn how clients operate, then use that context to spot issues and recommend ways forward
- Help Associates build technical and systems skills through coaching and chances to practice
- Build responsive client relationships and support firm growth through recruiting, proposals and research for marketing articles
What you bring
- At least three years of related accounting experience
- Working proficiency with QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Office
- Strong communication, personal ownership and attention to detail, with the ability to deliver quality work on deadlines
Who this fits
This role suits an experienced accountant who enjoys solving client problems, working with colleagues and helping develop junior Associates. The position offers a hybrid work environment and supports a path toward becoming a Principal. CPA certification is preferred.
From the employer
Applies accounting knowledge to record and analyze client data with neat and accurate work as part of a team with minimal coaching and supervision.Put Yourself on Track to Become a Principal in Our Firm.
A great client experience begins with a great employee experience. As part of the DHJJ team, you will enjoy collaborating with your colleagues–whether in person or remotely via Microsoft Teams, working on in-depth accounting issues, and continually enhancing your skills. Plus, we enjoy having fun with each other at company outings and even during the workday!
Your growth here is limitless.
Who You Are:
You are an experienced accountant who enjoys helping clients and collaborating with your co-workers when you encounter a unique situation that requires you to research and solve a client’s problem. You are looking to advance your career and help grow your firm.
Responsibilities:
- Apply accounting knowledge to record and analyze client data with neat and accurate work as part of a team with minimal coaching and supervision.
- Work independently to organize project activities and ensure tasks are completed within project scope and budget
- Develop an understanding of client businesses and use this knowledge to help diagnose opportunities and suggest solutions
- Coach and support Associates as they learn technical skills, systems, and processes and provide opportunities to apply them
- Identify appropriate lessons from client interactions to contribute to the development of firm knowledge systems
- Develop effective working relationships with clients through responsiveness and direct communication in order to influence and motivate them.
- Actively participate in initiatives to recruit talented people by providing time to speak with potential candidates and use external peer network to refer potential candidates
- Seek opportunities to participate in the proposal development process
- Prepare research for Managers and Senior Managers to support article writing for sales and marketing initiatives
Required Skills:
- Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Office
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong sense of ownership and personal accountability
- Produce high-quality work under deadlines
- Particular attention to detail
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of related experience
- CPA preferred
DHJJ Perks:
- Hybrid work environment
- CPA exam incentives
- Dress for your day
- Flexible schedules
- Referral bonuses for new hires and new clients
Benefits:
- Group health insurance offered through BCBS (Health & Dental), VSP (Vision), HealthEquity (HSA, FSA, Dependent Care FSA
- Employer-paid Long- and Short-Term Disability
- Paid parental leave
- Group life insurance through AICPA
- 12 1/2 paid holidays per year
- PTO policy starting at 15 days per year
- 401(k) Profit-Sharing Plan with discretionary 3% employer contribution
- Paid society memberships, training, and continuing education
- Eligible for discretionary bonuses based on productivity, performance, and other contributions to the firm
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