Senior Accountant - QuickBooks & Audit-Focused (IDOA & GATA )

Compensation: $1,000/week + performance-based bonuses (Total potential annually: $65,000–$85,000+) Schedule: Full-Time | Hybrid (2–3 days in office based on performance) Overview We are a growing accounting firm supporting small businesses and healthcare clients, with a strong focus on audit preparation and compliance work, including IDOA and GATA audits. We are seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant who is comfortable working with financial data, preparing audit-ready documentation, and ensuring compliance with reporting requirements. This role offers a balance of independence and support. You will work alongside experienced leadership, including: • A senior accounting and tax professional overseeing operations • A 40+ year CPA and firm owner Key Responsibilities: • Manage and maintain client financials in QuickBooks • Prepare and review financial statements for accuracy and completeness • Perform detailed account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies • Lead audit preparation efforts, including IDOA and GATA compliance • Organize and maintain audit-ready documentation and support schedules • Ensure financial records align with audit and compliance requirements • Communicate with clients to gather required documentation and information • Utilize tools such as Financial Cents (workflow management) and DataSnipper (audit support) • Collaborate with leadership to ensure audit readiness and accuracy across all engagements Qualifications: • 5+ years of hands-on accounting experience • Strong proficiency in QuickBooks (reconciliations and financial review required) • Experience supporting audits or preparing audit-ready financials and documentation • Familiarity with government or compliance-based audits (IDOA, GATA, or similar) strongly preferred • Experience reviewing and finalizing financial statements • Ability to manage multiple client accounts simultaneously • Strong attention to detail and organization • Comfortable communicating with clients Preferred: • CPA or CPA candidate • Experience in a CPA firm or multi-client accounting environment • Experience with grant accounting, nonprofit accounting, or compliance reporting Work Environment & Expectations: • Hybrid schedule: 2–3 days in office, based on consistency and performance • Structured workflows and task management through Financial Cents • Ongoing support and review from experienced leadership • Opportunity to take ownership of audit preparation while having access to guidance when needed Compensation & Bonuses: Performance-based bonuses tied to: • Timely completion of audit and accounting work • Accuracy and quality of deliverables • Client satisfaction and responsiveness • Important: This role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to prepare clean, audit-ready financials and documentation. Candidates should be comfortable working through discrepancies and ensuring records meet compliance standards Pay: From $1,000.00 per week Benefits • Flexible schedule • Professional development assistance • Referral program • Work from home Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60619 Apply tot his job Apply To this Job