Lauterbach & Amen, LLP is a well-established CPA firm specializing in accounting, auditing, tax and financial services. The firm is a recognized leader in the accounting industry and has grown continuously over the past twenty years. With our roots in governmental accounting, we have continued to develop additional specialties to meet the needs of a diverse, strong and growing client base. At Lauterbach & Amen, LLP, we value our people and know that each employee is vital to our success.
We are searching for a full-time staff member to join our Tax & Audit practices. This individual will assist in tax preparation during tax compliance season as well as support the preparation of audit reporting during non-tax season. This position will be based in Naperville.
In addition to an energetic and supportive culture, we offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package - including health, dental, vision, life, STD, and LTD insurances and 401(k) match.
Essential job duties:
Tax Support:
- Provide administrative assistance by scheduling meetings, handling phone calls, email correspondence, and client interactions in person.
- Organize and scan client workpapers and interact through the client portal
- Assist in copying and assembling tax returns and organizing relevant materials and data.
- Enter and maintain accurate records related to tax filings and other tax matters
- Assist in tracking important deadlines, ensure that tax filings are completed on time.
- Perform other administrative duties as assigned
Audit Support:
- Process incoming audit confirmations
- Assist in producing audit reports issued to each client
- Provide administrative support to the audit team with ad hoc projects
Position Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field of study
- Microsoft Office 365 and Adobe experience required
- 0-3 years of tax or audit experience
- Experience with UltraTax or QuickBooks a plus, but not required
- Deadline driven
- Willing to work additional hours during heavier tax seasons
- Strong organizations skills and detail-oriented
- Highly motivated, self-starter
