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Senior Accountant (Audit - Government)
Springfield, IL / Decatur, IL / East Peoria, IL
Job Description
Description
Audit Senior (Government)- Remote, Hybrid, On-Site Flexibility
Springfield, IL / Central IL
What to expect when you join the Sikich family
Team members at Sikich have a lot in common while also being part of a rich and diverse group of contributors, creating a distinct and thriving culture. Chief among our commonalities are a desire for growth and a shared unity of purpose in our professional lives. We believe that through diverse perspectives, challenging the status quo and rewarding action, we accelerate innovation and drive growth - for our clients, for ourselves and for our communities.
The professional services landscape continues to evolve. For Sikich, this means we have an opportunity to further cement our leadership position in this industry and continue to grow our organization in increasingly exciting ways. This growth is meaningful for every team member at our company because larger companies simply see more interesting client opportunities and can attract impressively talented individuals like you. Through a dedicated focus on key business priorities and intentionally creating a rewarding employee experience, Sikich has developed into a highly regarded provider of professional services and a sought-after employer of choice.
For our CPA candidates, Sikich has been on a journey of building a compelling, alternative option to the traditional CPA company. Do you want to work with other skilled practitioners and serve clients in a way that makes a difference? Are you seeking a supportive environment backed by a deep and extensive set of skillsets and digital strategies? Are you ready to make an impact and be acknowledged for your contributions? If you answered yes to these questions, we see a mutually beneficial and gratifying relationship on the horizon!
Are you ready to grow with us?
About Sikich LLC
Sikich LLC,is a global company specializing in technology-enabled professional services. With employees across the globe, Sikich ranks as one of the largest CPA companies in the United States. Our comprehensive skillsets, obtained over decades of experience as entrepreneurs, business owners and industry innovators, allow us to provide insights and transformative strategies to help strengthen every dimension of our clients' businesses.
Responsibilities
- Direct field work, inform engagement leaders of audit engagement status and manage staff performance.
- Conduct and review audit tests which are sufficient in scope to support professional opinions as to the fair representation of client financial statements.
- Develop self and others through seeking and offering on the job coaching and engagement experiences.
- Develop and maintain productive working relationships with clients to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Build strong credibility through displaying positive insight and business acumen, applying technical competence and engaging in relevant discussions with clients and engagement teams.
- Consult with clients on various internal accounting related transactions.
- Provide strategic and tactical accounting advice and recommendations to company's clientele.
- Provide review of staff work product and performance.
- Deliver exceptional client support virtually and onsite as needed.
Requirements
- BA/BS Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience.
- 2+ years of progressive public accounting background with in-charge experience.
- Strong technical accounting skills with proficiency in US GAAP and GAAS, and audit preparation software
- Ability to manage multiple engagement and competing priorities
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
- CPA certification or eligibility to sit is highly desirable.
- Local travel to clientele as needed
Sikich Total Rewards
Our team members enjoy expansive benefits ranging from competitive compensation and insurance options to wellness programs and a flexible time off policy, to name only a few. Sikich also takes pride in prioritizing team member health, total wellbeing and time spent with family, friends and in the pursuit of personal goals, hobbies and endeavors.
Some examples of our many benefits:
- Sikich maintains aFlexible Time Off (FTO) Policy. We encourage every full-time employee, as your role permits, to utilize paid time off (personal time, mental/physical health care, vacation, sick leave, etc.). Waiting for time off to accrue is common at other companies. At Sikich, you do not have to wait for this benefit to kick in. FTO is activated on your first day with our organization.
- The company will also recognize paid holidays during the year and strives to permit employees to have time off the last week of the calendar year when client and project work permits.
- Sikich offers acomprehensive wellness programto engage, challenge and empower team members to take responsibility for their wellbeing. Activities can be tracked through our wellness provider to obtain gift cards and other rewards.
We also offer:
- Flexible work arrangements
- Health, dental, vision, life and accident/death/disability insurance options
- HSA employer contribution
- Nine (9) paid holidays annually
- A robust paid Parental Bonding Leave program covering birth, adoption, and foster children
- 401(k) with employer contributions
- CPA bonus with four (4) paid exam days & four (4) paid study days
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee referral bonus program
- Client referral bonus program
- Pet insurance
- FORCE - Sikich community volunteer program enabling each team member to use up to four hours of paid time annually to volunteer and make a difference in their local communities
Want to learn more? Visit ourCareers websiteorGlassdoor profile
Sikich LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
Sikich currently practices in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Professional Code of Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. Sikich CPA LLC is a licensed CPA firm that provides audit and attest services to its clients. Sikich LLC has a contractual arrangement with Sikich CPA LLC under which Sikich LLC provides Sikich CPA LLC with professional and support personnel and other services to support Sikich CPA LLC's performance of its professional services, and Sikich CPA LLC shares certain client information with Sikich LLC with respect to the provision of such services.
Cotton & Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer
(Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disability)
Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
2+ years
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