Offer summary

Qualifications:

Degree in accounting or general business background., Aspiring CPA candidates preferred., Excellent written and verbal communication skills., Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills..

Key responsibilities:

Perform audit procedures and compliance testing.

Prepare workpapers, reconciliations, and tax returns.

Assist in special consulting projects like valuations and financial planning.

Work closely with partners, staff, and clients across various industries.

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: ORBA - Chicago, IL

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Description

ORBA is seeking full-time, entry level staff accountants who would be involved with audit and accounting services, as well as tax planning, tax return preparation and business consulting. Training is predominantly on-the-job with close supervision, constant feedback and some classroom-type instruction. The individual will be working closely with all partners and staff, and will have direct contact with clients of various industries.

Essential Job Functions:

Perform audit procedures and compliance testing;
Prepare workpapers and reconciliations on review and compilation engagements;
Prepare accounting records, gathering, organize and analyze data and preparing income tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts, estates, not-for-profit organizations and retirement plans;
Prepare payroll tax and sales tax returns
Assist in special consulting projects, such as valuations, litigation support, computer systems, forecasts and projections, estate and financial planning, and general business consulting

Qualifications

Experience and Skills:

Candidates who are aspiring CPA’s with a degree in accounting/general business background
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Detail oriented and great analytical skills