Job Description
Job DescriptionSenior Accountant (Remote)
Location Requirement: Applicants should live in the Chicago area to convene infrequently with colleagues.
Introduction
A growing boutique outsourced Accounting and Finance advisory firm serving small to mid-sized businesses across life sciences, financial services, consumer products, and emerging industries seeks a Senior Accountant to support expanding client demand. The organization is privately held, has operated for approximately two decades, and generates under $25M in annual revenue. This fully remote role offers meaningful autonomy, exposure to experienced Accounting leadership, and collaboration with a team working primarily in Central and Eastern time zones.
The firm has a lean structure of full-time employees and part-time consultants supporting just under twenty client entities nationwide. This role includes full-cycle accounting responsibilities across multiple clients, ranging from Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable to month-end close, financial reporting, and strategic financial planning.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute full-cycle bookkeeping for a portfolio of client organizations.
- Manage hands-on accounting activities, including month-end close.
- Prepare accurate, timely financial statements for multiple clients.
- Work with QuickBooks Online and shared document platforms.
- Collaborate with internal consultants and leadership to ensure seamless client delivery.
- Meet deadlines reliably and manage an independent workload with a high degree of ownership.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
- At least four years of relevant accounting experience.
- Strong Excel skills.
- Availability during standard daytime working hours aligned to CST or EST.
- Demonstrated self-motivation, follow-through, and willingness to learn.
- CPA preferred.
- Public accounting experience or experience supporting multiple clients is a plus.
Compensation
- Salary range: $85,000-$100,000, commensurate with experience and credentials.
- CPA-credentialed candidates will be considered at the higher end of the range.
Benefits
- Unlimited PTO.
- 401(k).
- Cell phone and internet stipend with reimbursement.
- Please note: The company does not offer health insurance.
About the Firm
This boutique outsourced Accounting and Finance organization provides full-service support to small and mid-sized companies across various industries. Most clients use QuickBooks Online. The team emphasizes flexibility, professional growth, accountability, communication, and high-quality work product.
Candidates who value independence, technical mastery, and the opportunity to support multiple businesses with meaningful financial work will find this role well-suited for long-term growth.
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Pay Details: $85,000.00 to $100,000.00 per year
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