EXPERIENCED CANDIDATES

Ostrow Reisin Berk & Abrams, Ltd., one of Chicago’s top 25 largest public accounting firms (Crain’s), has a team-oriented, client-focused environment encouraging creativity, initiative and the free flow of ideas. Our diverse client base consists of highly successful, privately-held companies in a variety of industries, as well as not-for-profit organizations and high-net worth individuals and families. We have excellent opportunities for bright, ambitious, entrepreneurial individuals with good business sense and we thank you for your interest in ORBA.

Ostrow Reisin Berk & Abrams, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

For information on available opportunities, contact:

Clare Chunduri, PRC                                                 Email: [email protected]
Ostrow Reisin Berk & Abrams, Ltd.
NBC Tower – Suite 1500
455 N. Cityfront Plaza Drive
Chicago, IL 60611

Accounting Services Associate

Position Summary:

The Accounting Services Associate is responsible for processing assigned client engagements within the department in a cost-effective and professional manner.

What We Offer:

• Flexible hours and convenient downtown Chicago location
• Dress for your day attire (jeans in the office and appropriate attire at clients)
• Discounted gym membership
• Mentoring and Leadership Development Programs
• Fun firm sponsored social events
• Generous paid time off and holiday time
• 15% referral fee for bringing in new clients
• Competitive compensation package and a broad range of insurance programs
• Salary is market based with overtime and merit increases
• Tremendous growth opportunities in a diverse and less structured working environment

Essential Job Functions:

• Prepare bank reconciliations monthly and month-end bookkeeping as needed
• Maintain daily record of time spent on engagements
• Assure timely turnaround of assigned and supervised engagements
• Knowledge of payroll and sales tax returns preparation and annual W-2’s and 1099’s preparation is a plus

Education and Experience:

• Associate’s degree in Accounting preferred
• 2+ years of bookkeeping and accounting experience, public accounting experience a plus

Skills:

• Knowledge of QuickBooks (Desktop/Online) software
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, in particular Excel and Outlook
• Ability to function in both remote and in-person team environments
• Ability to multi-task and manage deadlines
• Knowledge of Xero, and Sage Intacct is a plus

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Ostrow Reisin Berk & Abrams, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

Accounting Services Specialist

Position Summary:

The Accounting Services Specialist is responsible for processing assigned client engagements within the department in a cost-effective and professional manner including, but not limited to, computer-compiled financial statements, and payroll tax/sales tax reporting. This position will also be heavily involved in various one off and ongoing client and department related projects. There is one-on-one communication with clients. This position will assist with internal training of staff to serve our clients efficiently and effectively.

What We Offer:

• Flexible hours and convenient downtown Chicago location
• Dress for your day attire (jeans in the office and appropriate attire at clients)
• Discounted gym membership
• Mentoring and Leadership Development Programs
• Fun firm sponsored social events
• Generous paid time off and holiday time
• 15% referral fee for bringing in new clients
• Competitive compensation package and a broad range of insurance programs
• Salary is market based with overtime and merit increases
• Tremendous growth opportunities in a diverse and less structured working environment

Essential Job Functions:

• Process financial statements and all related payroll, or sales tax returns personally assigned within the accounting services department
• Assist with quality control review of workpapers and computer-generated compilations processed within the department
• Assist in review of all payroll and sales tax reports, including annual W-2’s and 1099’s
• Various one off and ongoing client and department projects
• Perform research on technical matters as directed by directors
• Assist department head and directors with special client projects
• Efficiently maintain daily record of time spent on engagements
• Travel to clients as needed

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent
  5+ years public accounting experience is preferred

Skills:

• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
  Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, in particular Excel and Word
  Ability to work in a team environment
  Ability to manage time and meet specific deadlines while juggling multiple projects
  Proficient knowledge of QuickBooks Online and Desktop
  Ability to interface with a variety of management levels

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Ostrow Reisin Berk & Abrams, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

Audit Manager

Position Summary:

The audit manager is responsible for all phases of project and engagement management for multiple clients. Responsibilities include planning, directing and completing audits, developing and managing staff and reviewing financial statements and related technical accounting issues.

What We Offer:

• Flexible hours and convenient downtown Chicago location
• Dress for your day attire (jeans in the office and appropriate attire at clients)
• Discounted gym membership
• Mentoring and Leadership Development Programs
• Fun firm sponsored social events
• Generous paid time off and holiday time
• 15% referral fee for bringing in new clients
• Competitive compensation package and a broad range of insurance programs
• Salary is market based with overtime and merit increases
• Tremendous growth opportunities in a diverse and less structured working environment

Essential Job Functions:

• Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality
• Supervising the work of audit staff including reviewing their work and provide on the job training
• Conduct basic, specialized and complex financial, operational and compliance audits under the direction of the audit director.  
• Oversee risk assessment prior to the beginning of an audit engagement. 
• Manage, direct and monitor client services teams on multiple engagements
• Plan, execute and direct complete audits
• Understand and manage firm risk on audits and proposals
• Manage, develop, train and mentor staff on projects and assess performance for engagement and year-end reviews
• Maintain active communication with clients to manage expectations, ensure satisfaction, make sure deadlines are met and lead change efforts effectively
• Consult, work with and service client base to make recommendations on business and process improvement and serve as a business s advisor to client
• Work closely with partners, managers and staff to integrate practice development skills into a team approach to client service and new business development
• Perform other miscellaneous duties and special projects as assigned

Education and Experience:

• B.S. in Accounting or Finance and a CPA
• 5 to 7 years of progressive audit experience in public accounting or equivalent with experience in a medium to large sized public accounting firm.

Skills:

• Outstanding written, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Excellent analytical, technical, and auditing skills
• Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast-paced and results based environment
• Strong leadership, business development, training, coaching and mentoring skills

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Ostrow Reisin Berk & Abrams, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

Audit Senior

Position Summary:

The Audit Senior is responsible for overseeing audit, review and compilation engagements and is responsible for resolving most accounting issues that arise during these engagements under the guidance of the Audit Manager and or the Audit Director. The individual will perform some engagements with minimal supervision and will direct staff and instruct them in the work to be performed, review the work completed by the staff and direct necessary revisions.

Essential Duties:

• Supervising the work of audit staff including reviewing their work and provide on the job training.
• Conduct basic, specialized and complex financial, operational and compliance audits under the direction of the audit director.
• Perform risk assessment prior to the beginning of an audit engagement.
• Prepare the most complex work papers, to adequately document accounting & audit work performed and to support the conclusions reached.
• Prepare draft of financial statements and management letters. Will be expected to wrap up the engagement in a timely manner.
• Perform reviews and compilations.
• Report progress of the audit, compilation or review engagement to both Audit Manager and Audit Director regularly.
• Perform audit or review procedures as assigned by the Audit Managers or Audit Director.
• Conduct research, prepare memorandums and summarize findings.
• Demonstrate the ability to assume responsibility for supervision of the daily fieldwork of engagements and client contact
• Prepare very complex individual, trust and business tax returns.
• Prepare an evaluation of the staff on the engagement at the end of the engagement but give guidance to the staff when necessary during the engagement.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties and special projects as assigned.

Education or Experience:

• B.S. in Accounting or Finance
• CPA preferred
• 3-5 years of progressive accounting & audit experience in public accounting
• Minimum of 1 year leading audits
• Experience preparing tax returns is a huge plus
• Experience with for-profit and not-for-profit clients
• Ability to work collegially with client service teams
• Creative and thoughtful problem-solving skills
• Researching complex accounting and auditing issues in Checkpoint

Skills:

• Outstanding written, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Excellent analytical, technical, and auditing skills
• Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast-paced and results-based environment
• Strong leadership, business development, training, coaching and mentoring skills

Benefits:

• Flexible hours and a hybrid work model
• Dress for your day attire (jeans in the office and appropriate attire at clients)
• Tuition reimbursement on degrees of Masters in Accounting and Masters in Taxation
• Reimbursement for the CPA exam
• Discounted gym membership
• Payment of CPE and professional membership costs
• Mentoring and Leadership Development Programs
• Fun firm sponsored social events
• Generous paid time off and holiday time
• 15% referral fee for bringing in new clients
• Competitive compensation package and a broad range of insurance programs

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Ostrow Reisin Berk & Abrams, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Administrator 

ORBA is a full-service accounting, tax and business consulting firm located in Chicago serving the needs of privately held companies, individuals and not-for-profit organizations nationwide. ORBA’s Certified Public Accountants have experience with accounting and assurance, business advisory services, financial and estate planning, fraud investigation, tax compliance and planning, litigation support, and mergers and acquisitions. ORBA is where clients come to build long-standing, meaningful and successful relationships with resourceful, proactive business and tax advisors. With exceptional employee retention rates and a history of recognition as one of Chicago’s Top Workplaces (Chicago Tribune, 2021-23) and Top Workplaces USA (2020-23) by our very own staff, it’s a fact that ORBA is a great place to work.

Position Summary

ORBA’s Marketing Department is seeking to hire a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Administrator who will be integral in the development, training and maintenance of our new CRM system. The ideal candidate will be working closely with the departments, directors and staff.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the COO and Directors of IT and Marketing to develop, maintain and administer the CRM system.
• Maintain the data integrity within the system, including:
  • Review and accept updates and new data entries on both prospects and clients made by all employees.
• Maintain the overall integrity and quality of client and prospect data as the central resource for the firm’s Client Portal, including:
  • Manage the entire client engagement letter and client vetting process (e.g., foreign disclosure forms).
  • Manage client welcome emails and client data sheets.
  • Periodically send notices to clients to update their data.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of the firm’s library of:
  • Engagement letter templates
  • RFP templates
  • Misc. form templates
• Task management related to CRM opportunities, including:
  • Respond to incoming CRM leads from the website.
  • Assist directors with CRM pipeline management, including follow-up with them on leads and open opportunities.
• Managing the client intake/attrition process
  • Configuring automatic reminders
  • Individual follow-ups via phone/email when required.
• Client acceptance
  • Configuring NAICS/Industries
  • Conflict of interest resolution
  • Set up new clients in ORBA Systems
• Execute Client Satisfactory Surveys from the CRM (Net Promoter Score)
• Realization
  • Build CRM reports and dashboards.
• Training
  • Provide initial training to new CRM users.
  • Provide training for periodic CRM system updates.
  • Function as a resource for CRM assistance
• Identify future buildouts of the CRM platform.
  • Work with the CRM vendor and the management team to identify new opportunities to expand the system.
  • Work with IT and the CRM vendor on necessary updates, upgrades, etc.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications required.
• Experience with editing HTML forms and templates required.
• Knowledge of transactional email software e.g., Mailchimp, Constant Contact, Campaign Monitor required.
• Prior work experience administering CRM systems required. SugarCRM/SuiteCRM preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications or related field required.
• Previous experience in a professional services environment preferred.
• Must be detail-oriented, organized, have excellent written and oral communications skills, as well as strong proofreading skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, prioritize workload, exercise independent judgment when necessary and solve problems quickly.
• Client focused; results driven.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and problem-solving capability.
• An ability to manage marketing projects end-to-end.

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Ostrow Reisin Berk & Abrams, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

Director of Family Office Services

ORBA OVERVIEW:

ORBA is a certified public accounting and financial advisory firm where individuals and stakeholders of organizations go to build meaningful, one-on-one relationships with an experienced, resourceful, proactive business partner. What separates ORBA are the connections our clients develop in a one-on-one relationship with a proactive partner supported by the resources, people, and expertise available within the firm. With exceptional employee retention rates and being honored as one of Chicago’s Top Workplaces (Chicago Tribune, 2021) and Top Workplaces USA (2022) by our very own staff, it’s a fact that ORBA is a great place to work.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Director of Family Office Services will consult with clients on wealth strategies while overseeing and reviewing investments amongst financial and legal professionals. They will establish and maintain a financial and operating environment that will focus on the family’s core values.  The Director of Family Office Services will be responsible for the development of the structure of and business development for the Family Office service line. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Oversee the family assets, investments, properties, trusts and other interests
• Coordinate the preparation of financial statements and tax returns
• Direct both business and personal tax and financial items, including quarterly estimates, gift letters, trust milestones, insurances, etc.
• Provide document management services
• Supervise personal bill paying and bookkeeping services
• Setup and maintain a “Help line” for using software, password management & other financial interactions like portals & dashboards, bank/brokerage accounts, loans
• Present and run quarterly, semi-annual, or annual meetings with family members
• Support the financial education of younger generations
• Assist with charitable planning, including screening of qualified organizations
• Manage estate and gift planning, including consultation and annual review
• Supervise and develop the Family Office team
• Develop and implement processes and structures in support of departmental growth   
• Execute business development activities to grow the Family Office service line

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Four-year degree in Accounting
• CPA or JD required
• Masters in Taxation is a plus
• LLM in Taxation is a plus
• Ten (10) or more years of prior public accounting experience
• Expertise in pass through entities (LLC’s, LLP’s, S Corporations) is required
• Possession of other professional degrees or certifications applicable to role beneficial
• Strong leadership and management skills
• Superior written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with tax research and planning software
• Capable of effectively developing and maintaining client relationships
• Possess people development and delegation skills, including training/instruction, with a positive attitude

BENEFITS:

• Flexible summer hours and convenient downtown Chicago location
• Dress for your day attire (jeans in the office and appropriate attire at clients)
• Discounted gym membership
• Mentoring and Leadership Development Programs
• Fun firm sponsored social events
• Generous paid time off and holiday time
• 15% referral fee for bringing in new clients
• Competitive compensation package and a broad range of insurance programs
• Hybrid work schedule

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Ostrow Reisin Berk & Abrams, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

Senior Tax Manager

Position Summary:

The Senior Tax Manager is responsible for providing guidance to junior level tax staff on the completion of individual, corporate, partnership, and trust tax returns. They will also review the work of the tax preparer and correspond directly with the Director or Client.

Essential Duties:

• Review returns prepared by tax preparers.
• Bring significant tax questions and suggested planning opportunities to the attention of the Tax Director or Client.
• Research and propose resolution to technical tax matters.
• Complete tax returns timely in a deadline-oriented environment.
• Complete income tax projections and quarterly estimates.
• Demonstrate effective project management skills, inspire teamwork and responsibility with engagement team members, and use current technology and tools to enhance the effectiveness of deliverables and service.
• Maintain involvement in all aspects of client relationships.
• Provide supervision and on-the-job training to tax preparers.
• Participate in staff performance evaluations and provide verbal and written feedback.
• Mentor and develop the technical and professional skills of tax staff.
• Develop the ability to recognize tax issues, business problems and expanded service opportunities with existing clients.
• Participate in governmental tax examinations; represent the client before the appropriate taxing authorities.
• Develop an area of tax expertise.
• Participate in the firm’s practice development efforts through involvement with referral sources, community and industry activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• At least 10+ years of experience preparing and reviewing complex individual, corporate, partnership and S-corp tax returns
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
• Hold current CPA license
• Hold or working towards an advanced degree (MST or JD with Tax Emphasis)

Preferred Experience:

• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office in particular Excel and Word, CCH Axcess, tax-planning software and cloud-based tax research software.
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and analyze problems logically and comprehensively, distinguishing between relevant and irrelevant information.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment, as well as independently.
• Ability to handle sensitive/confidential matters in a tactful and discreet manner.
• Ability to interface with a variety of management levels.
• Ability to think creatively in seeking optimal solutions for clients.

Benefits:

• Flexible hours and a hybrid work model
• Dress for your day attire (jeans in the office and appropriate attire at clients)
• Tuition reimbursement on degrees of Masters in Accounting and Masters in Taxation
• Reimbursement for the CPA exam
• Discounted gym membership
• Payment of CPE and professional membership costs
• Mentoring and Leadership Development Programs
• Fun firm sponsored social events
• Generous paid time off and holiday time
• 15% referral fee for bringing in new clients
• Competitive compensation package and a broad range of insurance programs

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Ostrow Reisin Berk & Abrams, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

Tax Director

Benefits:

• Flexible summer hours and convenient downtown Chicago location
• Dress for your day attire (jeans in the office and appropriate attire at clients)
• Discounted gym membership
• Mentoring and Leadership Development Programs
• Fun firm sponsored social events
• Generous paid time off and holiday time
• Competitive compensation package and a broad range of insurance programs
• Hybrid work schedule

Job Summary:

The Tax Director is responsible for applying industry specific knowledge to advise clients on tax implications, evaluating and selecting alternative actions to lessen tax burden and cost of compliance and identifying different methods of complying with tax regulations while acting as the primary client contact for complex tax issues. In this role, the Tax Director is charged with applying knowledge to understand potential tax issues, and recognizing, communicating potential risks and potential changes in the tax policy, and making top-level decisions regarding filing, preparation and resolution of questions from federal / state agencies. The Tax Director actively participates in the marketing, networking and business development within an area of expertise and specialization while maintaining client relationships and acting as the primary contact for complex questions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensures both that clients comply with all federal state and local tax authorities, while at the same time minimizing their tax and reporting burdens
• Practices hands-on client service delivery
• Identifies complex issues to be researched by engagement team and provides research methodology for efficient research process
• Assists with developing, recommending and implementing efficient and effective methods to maximize client benefits, especially by decreasing clients’ current and future taxes.
• Applies expert knowledge of the process of combining tax knowledge and knowledge of business/industry to recommend solutions and maximize results
• Applies general knowledge of multiple tax specialties (i.e. International, PTET, SALT, Estate Planning) for issue identification and resolution
• Recognized as industry expert in specialized field of taxation
• Use expertise to advise clients on tax implications and recommend alternative courses of action and identify different methods of compliance
• Ability to supervise a team
• Reviews work prepared by the team and provide review comments
• Acts as a Mentor  to associates, senior associates and managers
• Provides verbal and written performance feedback to associates, senior associates and managers

Education and Skills:

• Four-year degree in Accounting
• CPA or JD required
• Masters in Taxation is a plus
• LLM in Taxation is a plus
• Ten (10) or more years of prior public accounting experience
• Expertise in pass through entities (LLC’s, LLP’s, S Corporations) is required
• Possession of other professional degrees or certifications applicable to role beneficial
• Strong leadership and management skills
• Superior written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with tax research and planning software
• Capable of effectively developing and maintaining client relationships
• Possess people development and delegation skills, including training/instruction, with a positive attitude

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Ostrow Reisin Berk & Abrams, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

Tax Manager

Position Summary:

The Tax Manager is responsible for the efficient, accurate, and timely completion of income tax returns, proactively drives tax planning and tax consulting efforts, and serves as the primary day to day client contact, highly communicative and collaborates across the organization. Advanced technical skills in a variety of tax and accounting areas, along with well developed and applied management and supervisory skills are required.  The Tax Manager makes decisions on all but the most unusual tax situations.

What We Offer:

• Flexible hours and convenient downtown Chicago location
• Dress for your day attire (jeans in the office and appropriate attire at clients)
• Discounted gym membership
• Mentoring and Leadership Development Programs
• Fun firm sponsored social events
• Generous paid time off and holiday time
• 15% referral fee for bringing in new clients
• Competitive compensation package and a broad range of insurance programs
• Salary is market based with overtime and merit increases
• Tremendous growth opportunities in a diverse and less structured working environment

Essential Job Functions:

• Technical acumen and technology
  • Remains up to date with new technologies and leverages firm technology to maximize team productivity and efficiency.
  • Demonstrates expertise in specialized tax subject matter.
  • Consistently demonstrate ownership and accountability for all assigned clients and projects.
  • Performs technical tax review and approval of all assigned projects and identifies basic, complex, and advanced issues, as applicable, during the engagement.
  • Tax technical skills encompasses various income tax types (e.g., form 1065, 1120-S, 1040), including multi-state matters (e.g., allocation and apportionment, pass through entity tax) 
  • Demonstrates the ability to provide quality tax planning to clients that encompasses the clients’ full business needs.
  • Maintains knowledge of general economic and political trends of possible tax or other legislation that could affect the business climate.
  • Manages tax research, the accuracy of the conclusion reached and ensures proper documentation of researched matters.
  • Manages special projects as requested from time to time by the directors.
  • Manages governmental tax examinations; may represent the client before the appropriate taxing authorities.
  • Possesses a complete knowledge of the firm’s philosophy and its opinions on tax matters. 
  • Performs other duties as may be assigned.
• Interpersonal and leadership
  • Serves as the primary day to day contact for clients.
  • Demonstrates deep and thorough understanding of the client’s objectives and goals.
  • Provides timely and accurate responses to client inquiries.
  • Communicates confidently and persuasively with team members and clients.
  • Provides open communication and real time feedback to staff to promote a positive learning environment.
  • Effectively communicates all aspects of work performed to clients, partners, and staff.
  • Participates actively in client meetings and tax planning efforts.
  • Stays up to date on technical matters and timely shares technical developments within the department.
  • Continually enhances your technical knowledge as well as the technical skills of staff members.
  • Supervises staff and seniors, provides feedback to them and evaluates their progress, and offers guidance and direction.
  • Identifies staff qualifications and reviews staff assignments, making sure they align with qualifications.
  • Works to develop responsible, trained staff by assisting in recruiting, performance evaluations, developing training aids, and acting as an instructor in professional development programs.
  • Supervises tax staff, provides on the job training, and provides mentorship.
  • Acts as a resource for associates and senior associates.
• Operational acumen
  • Applies the concepts of engagement profitability and budget monitoring to ensure that projects are concluded timely and profitably.
  • Review and finalize billing matters, including timely procurement of payments.
  • Delegates (and provides on the job training, as needed) effectively to staff for purposes of the staff’s professional growth.
  • Takes responsibility for the staff’s timely and accurate completion of delegated assignments.
  • Attuned to subordinate staff’s skill set and professional aspirations and proactively provides mentorship and guidance.
  • Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of the firm’s philosophy, reports, policies and opinions on technical matters.
  • Manages staff workloads to minimize non productive time and mitigate excessive overtime.
  • Demonstrates responsibility for all phases of multiple engagements; demonstrates exceptional time management / multi tasking skills on multiple engagements; and follows engagement planning and staff assignments
• Business development
  • Develops new client contacts and relationships that are beneficial to the firm.
  • Develops business opportunity leads and actively engages in networking opportunities.
  • Recognizes opportunities to provide additional services to current clients and demonstrates ability to cross sell firm’s services.
  • Demonstrates ability to initiate, nurture and develop relationships with prospective clients.
  • Participates in firm’s practice development efforts through involvement with referral sources, community and industry activities.

Education and Experience:

• At least 5 years of experience in public accounting, demonstrating a proven progression in tax return complexity, scope and research.
• At least 2 years experience representing clients before taxing authorities.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience supervising and directing work of tax associates and senior associates.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required and Master’s degree in taxation required or similar advanced degree.
• Current and valid CPA required.

Skills:

• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office in particular Excel and Word, CCH Axcess, BNA income tax planner, and online research tools.
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and analyzing problems logically and comprehensively, distinguishing between relevant and irrelevant information.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently.
• Ability to handle sensitive/confidential matters in a tactful and discreet manner.
• Ability to interface with a variety of management levels.
• Strong negotiation and persuasion skills.

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Ostrow Reisin Berk & Abrams, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

Tax Manager (Athletes and Entertainers)

Position Summary:

We are seeking Tax Managers to assist in our rapidly expanding Athletes and Entertainers practice area. This position is responsible for the review of complex individual income tax returns with multi-state filing requirements, as well as related entity level returns. The Tax Manager will provide guidance to junior level tax staff on the completion of various tax returns, be responsible for ongoing tax planning, responses to tax authority notices and inquiries and other financial issues that arise among these clients throughout the year.

Essential Duties:

• Review complex individual multi-state income tax returns and related corporate, partnership, trust and S-corporation tax returns prepared by experienced tax preparers
• Bring significant tax questions and suggested planning opportunities to the attention of the Tax Director or Client
• Research and propose resolution to technical tax matters
• Complete income tax projections and quarterly estimates
• Demonstrate effective project management skills, inspire teamwork and responsibility with engagement team members, and use current technology and tools to enhance the effectiveness of deliverables and service
• Maintain involvement in all aspects of client relationships
• Provide supervision and on-the-job training to tax preparers
• Participate in staff performance evaluations and provide verbal and written feedback
• Mentor and develop the technical and professional skills of tax staff
• Develop ability to recognize tax issues, business problems and expanded service opportunities with existing clients
• Respond to tax authorities appropriately
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

• At least 7 years of experience preparing and reviewing complex individual income tax returns with multi-state filing requirements
• Experience preparing and reviewing corporate, partnership and S-corporation tax returns
• Experience working with athletes and entertainers preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and current CPA license
• Hold or working towards an advanced degree (MST or JD with Tax Emphasis) preferred

Skills:

• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office in particular Excel and Word, Axcess, GoSystem, tax-planning software and cloud-based tax research software
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and analyzing problems logically and comprehensively, distinguishing between relevant and irrelevant information
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment, as well as independently
• Ability to handle sensitive/confidential matters in a tactful and discreet manner
• Ability to interface with a variety of management levels
• Ability to think creatively in seeking optimal solutions for clients

Benefits:

• Flexible hours and a hybrid work model
• Dress for your day attire (jeans in the office and appropriate attire at clients)
• Tuition reimbursement on degrees of Masters in Accounting and Masters in Taxation
• Reimbursement for the CPA exam
• Discounted gym membership
• Payment of CPE and professional membership costs
• Mentoring and Leadership Development Programs
• Fun firm sponsored social events
• Generous paid time off and holiday time
• 15% referral fee for bringing in new clients
• Competitive compensation package and a broad range of insurance programs

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Ostrow Reisin Berk & Abrams, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

Tax Senior (Athletes and Entertainers)

Position Summary:

We are seeking experienced tax preparers to assist in our rapidly expanding Athletes and Entertainers practice area. This position will be responsible for preparing, organizing and coordinating clients’ tax data for the accurate, timely completion of complex individual income tax returns with multi-state filing requirements. In addition, the right person will handle ongoing tax planning and other financial issues that arise through-out the year.

Essential Duties:

• Review tax information submitted by client for completeness; meet/call clients with questions
• Possess knowledge of tax regulations in order to answer clients’ questions
• Prepare complex individual multi-state income tax returns and related corporate, partnership, trust and S-corporation tax returns as needed
• Prepare personal tax projections
• Respond to tax notices
• Perform tax research projects
• Work with confidential client matters
• Perform other duties as may be assigned

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
• Minimum of 2 years of tax experience
• Hold current CPA license or has passed parts of the CPA exam
• Experience preparing complex individual income tax returns with multi-state and local issues required
• Experience working with athletes and entertainers preferred

Skills:

• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office in particular Excel and Word
• Proficiency with Axcess and GoSystem preferred
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and analyzing problems logically and comprehensively, distinguishing between relevant and irrelevant information
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently
• Ability to handle sensitive/confidential matters in a tactful and discreet manner
• Ability to interface with a variety of management levels

Benefits:

• Flexible hours and a hybrid work model
• Dress for your day attire (jeans in the office and appropriate attire at clients)
• Tuition reimbursement on degrees of Masters in Accounting and Masters in Taxation
• Reimbursement for the CPA exam
• Discounted gym membership
• Payment of CPE and professional membership costs
• Mentoring and Leadership Development Programs
• Fun firm sponsored social events
• Generous paid time off and holiday time
• 15% referral fee for bringing in new clients
• Competitive compensation package and a broad range of insurance programs

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Ostrow Reisin Berk & Abrams, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

Controller – Manufacturing and Sales

We are representing a well-established landscape manufacturing and sales company located in the southwest suburbs with the flexibility to work remotely a portion of the time. They are searching for someone with the experience and ability to lead their organization as the leader of Financial Operations including Accounting and  Finance.

This person will be a hands-on in all aspects of the company operations and this also comes with partial ownership opportunity.

Qualifications

• Inventory cost accounting knowledge required
• Experience with TRAVERSE by Open Systems/Aptean accounting software is highly desired but not essential 
• Demonstrated leadership ability, team development, and interpersonal skills.
• At least five years of experience in finance management preferably with sales in excess of $10M annually.
• Excellent analytical and abstract reasoning skills, plus excellent organization skills.
• A minimum of a BS in Accounting; a CPA and/or MBA would be a plus.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

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Ostrow Reisin Berk & Abrams, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

Human Resources Manager

One of ORBA’s clients, Jeron Electronic Systems, Inc. is currently recruiting for a Human Resources Manager to provide strategic, hands-on management of all aspects of the HR function, including employee relations, benefits, payroll, recruitment, performance management, safety/OSHA compliance, workers compensation claims, employment law compliance, and leave management. The Human Resources Manager works closely with ownership to develop all HR programs, policies, and procedures, and then implements initiatives to field, office, and production employees. Additionally, the Human Resources Manager carries out all day-to-day HR functions. This position is located in Niles and will be onsite. 

Specific responsibilities include:

• Perform payroll processing via Paycor (Weekly and Biweekly)
• Provide full-cycle recruitment for all departments
• Maintain personnel records
• Manage all orientations and terminations
• Consult with managers and employees on performance management, compensation, disciplinary actions, training, development, and terminations
• Manage and track all employee leave, including FMLA and workers compensation situations
• Facilitate and maintain all employee performance reviews (annual and merit)
• Investigate and respond to employee concerns and complaints
• Keep employees informed of HR policies/programs including out of Illinois staff
• Develop new and interpret existing HR policies
• Provide guidance on employment laws and work with managers to ensure company-wide compliance, including annual required training sessions
• Partner with third-party service providers regarding benefit offerings, including insurance (medical, dental, vision, life, STD/LTD), HRA, FSA and DCA accounts, COBRA management and 401(k).  Additionally, manage wellness program for staff and their dependents.
• Manage annual benefit renewal and open enrollment process
• Maintain compliance with corporate safety programs, OSHA laws, provide and post required reporting (OSHA-300A forms), and address OSHA complaints and inspections
• Review and research HR programs and activities and recommend changes or innovations

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field
• SHRM-CP/SCP and/or PHR/SPHR Certification preferred
• Minimum five years of experience in human resources management preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Exhibits HR competencies including, action oriented, influencing others, excellent oral and written communication skills, negotiation, collaboration with employees at all levels, and technical knowledge of HR function
• Working knowledge of employment laws and compliance requirements
• Flexibility and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously      
• Working knowledge of all human resource functional areas, including legal aspects, employee relations, recruiting, payroll, benefit administration, leave, compensation, performance, workers’ compensation, and safety 

Company:

Jeron is a dynamic organization that sets the standard for excellence with our products. Jeron is a leading manufacturer of communication systems for the healthcare, education, and security markets with an extensive base of distributor partners and installed facilities. Based in Niles, Jeron has provided the world’s finest communication solutions since 1965.

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Ostrow Reisin Berk & Abrams, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.