Kaizen CPAs + Advisorsposted about 1 month ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Antioch, IL

About the position

As a Junior Accounting Manager, you’ll play a key role in delivering financial expertise to our small business clients, with a primary focus on tax. This position offers diverse exposure to payroll, bookkeeping, financial statements, tax compliance, and more—all while gaining invaluable experience in the automotive and other industries.

Responsibilities

  • Work directly with small business clients to guide them toward financial clarity and success.
  • Prepare personal, partnership, and corporate tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Collaborate with clients on tax planning, projections, and inquiries—becoming their go-to expert.
  • Review financial statements and assist with reviews that drive client confidence.
  • Conduct research and support responses to federal and state tax authorities.
  • Serve as a key liaison between Staff Accountants and Managers, keeping workflows smooth and communication clear.
  • Share your knowledge through internal presentations and take advantage of continuous learning opportunities.

Requirements

  • CPA or EA certification—or a strong desire to pursue one.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • 1–3+ years of relevant experience preferred.
  • Confidence working with Outlook, Excel, Word, QuickBooks, and tax software.
  • Excellent communicator who thrives on building positive client and team relationships.
  • Highly organized and capable of juggling multiple priorities with ease.
  • Motivated and adaptable in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment.
  • Sharp time management skills with a strong sense of accountability.
  • Long-term interest in moving into an Account Manager role.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
  • Cafeteria/Section 125 Plan
  • Retirement/401(k): Employer match with 100% vesting on day one of eligibility
  • Paid Vacation: Starting at 2 weeks, available for use from day one
  • Paid Personal Time (PTO): 32 hours available to use from day one
  • Paid Holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve (if it falls during the work week), and Christmas Day

Job Keywords

Hard Skills
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  • QuickBooks
  • Small Business Financials
  • Tax Returns
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