Accountant
Summary
Title:Accountant
ID:1121
Department:Accounting
Description

Grow with us! Accountant opportunity at a Top Workplace.

We're searching for an Accountant who thrives on delivering accurate, timely financial reporting and building strong client relationships. In this role, you'll be the go-to expert creating the data that drives our clients' financial success.

Your success will be measured by your ability to stay productive, keep clients happy, and foster lasting partnerships — not just crunch numbers.

Join a team where your work makes a difference and your skills are truly valued.

Here’s a quick snapshot of what makes SAS special:

  • Voted Kenosha County’s Best Place to Work (2020) and a Top Workplace by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (2021)
  • Fast Five (2012) and Small Business of the Year Award Winner (2015) for Rapidly Growing Company in Kenosha County
  • Casual dress environment
  • Professional development opportunities and tuition reimbursement
  • CPA bonus program
  • Monthly employee appreciation events
  • Early dismissal days & flexible scheduling
  • A strong commitment to work-life balance

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: – Other duties may be assigned:

  • Understanding the internal and client software systems
    • QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online
    • Microsoft Office
  • Understanding of clients’ POS systems and operations
  • Reconciling balance sheet accounts including but not limited to bank accounts, accounts receivable, and accounts payable
  • Preparing and reviewing income statements
  • Maintaining clients’ workpapers up to date
  • Providing high level of support to the internal staff
  • Tracking the status of deliverables and communicating on a routine basis to the team
  • Providing appropriate customer services to internal and external clients
  • Preparation of Corporate and Personal tax returns.
  • Completing other duties as assigned
  • Recognizing opportunities for growth within SAS (tax, payroll, financial services) and communicating it to the Accounting Supervisor
  • Client workload expectations (typically assigned 50-70 clients on a monthly, quarterly, and/or annual basis)

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

  • Associate’s degree in accounting or relevant experience of 3+ years is required.
  • Ability to handle numerous responsibilities and meet deadlines is required.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
  • Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop is required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (V-Lookups & Pivot Tables) is required.
  • Past experience in preparing income returns is required. Experience with Ultra Tax is preferred.​​​​​​​
​​​​​​​SALARY: $58,000 - $65,000

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

NOTE:  This is largely a sedentary role; however, filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.

 

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