Staff Accountant (QuickBooks)

TL;DR

Staff Accountant (QuickBooks): Supporting small business clients with financial statement preparation, payroll management, and accounting software assistance with an accent on client relationship management and practice efficiency. Focus on delivering accurate financial insights and collaborating across internal departments to ensure seamless service delivery.

Location: Must be based in Antioch, IL, USA

Salary: from $24.04/hour (approx. $50,000/year)

Company

A people-first accounting firm dedicated to helping small businesses overcome financial challenges through practical, forward-thinking solutions.

What you will do

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for small business clients.
• Manage a portfolio of client accounts, providing support with accounting, payroll, and software inquiries.
• Deliver exceptional customer service with timely responses and dependable follow-through.
• Maintain accurate practice management reports and handle sensitive business information confidentially.
• Collaborate with IT, payroll, tax, and consulting teams to provide well-rounded service.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to the firm's culture of continuous growth.

Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the USA
• 1–3 years of experience in bookkeeping or accounting.
• Strong proficiency in QuickBooks, specifically QuickBooks Online.
• Confident using Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for client-facing interactions.
• Ability to learn new tools and systems quickly.

Nice to have

• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• QuickBooks certification.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement 401(k) plan with employer match and 100% vesting from day one.
• Short-term and long-term disability and life insurance.
• Paid vacation starting at 2 weeks and 32 hours of PTO available from day one.
• Paid holidays including major US holidays.
• Supportive, people-first culture focused on growth and professional development.

Hiring process

• Resume review followed by a phone screen with HR.
• First panel interview with the hiring team.
• Completion of assessments and reference checks.
• Second panel interview to discuss fit and expectations.