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Accounting Associate

Lipschultz, Levin & Gray, LLC
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Accounting Associate

Northbrook, IL |Full-time |Entry-level (1-3 years)

 

Who we are:

Lipschultz, Levin & Gray (LLG) provides premier accounting, auditing, and taxation services across the Chicago area. We partner with medium and large privately held companies and their owners. Driven by rapid growth, we are seeking an Accounting Associate to join our growing team. LLG is proud to be named one of the Best Places to Work in Illinois. Learn more about our team at www.thethinkers.com.

Primary Responsibilities:

 

  • Client Insight: Learn client business needs, control systems, and industry-specific GAAP/GAAS issues.
  • Assurance Services: Assist with financial statement audits, reviews, and compilation engagements.
  • Audit Support: Perform substantive testing, examine financial statements, and review internal control procedures.
  • Financial Analysis: Review and reconcile general ledger accounts and financial records.
  • Documentation: Create organized, accurate, and clear workpapers to support engagement findings.
  • Tax Preparation: Prepare federal, state, and local tax returns or information filings for various clients.
  • Client Communication: Collaborate with clients and the LLG team to gather necessary financial documents and information.

 

Qualifications:


We are excited to welcome an enthusiastic professional with an upbeat outlook to join our team and actively respond to the needs of our growing client base. Strong candidates for this position should be motivated, reliable, and possess:

  • Experience: Minimum of one year of prior accounting experience; CPA license or CPA candidacy is a plus.
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related financial field.
  • Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills to articulate complex data.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in QuickBooks (Desktop/Online), MS Office (Excel/Word); Experience with CaseWare and DataSnipper is a plus.
  • Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities, team collaboration skills, and discreet handling of confidential data.

 

Why choose LLG?

Grow your career at LLG, where we pair a flexible hybrid work model and a relaxed culture with top-tier professional development. You will work side-by-side with senior staff to provide exceptional tax, audit, and advisory solutions to a diverse client portfolio. We support your daily success with an advanced IT infrastructure and a respectful workplace, while investing in your long-term future through meaningful continuing education.

 

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary
  • 401(k) matching
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Summer hours
  • CPA study days