Senior Level Certified Public Accountant Jobs
Senior level certified public accountant jobs place experienced finance professionals in charge of complex engagements, technical accounting decisions, and the teams or clients that depend on their judgment. Roles are concentrated in Consulting & Professional Services, Accounting & Auditing, and Staffing & Recruiting, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote openings, and employers like Jobot, Capstone, and FujiFilm hiring at this level now.
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This Jobot Job is hosted by: Dana Stark. Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume.
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Salary: $95,000 - $105,000 per year
A bit about us:
We are a trusted public accounting firm dedicated to helping individuals, businesses, and organizations achieve their financial goals through personalized, high-quality service. With decades of experience, the firm provides a comprehensive range of services, including tax planning and preparation, audit and assurance, accounting, payroll, retirement plan administration, and business consulting. Built on a foundation of integrity, professionalism, and lasting client relationships, we combine technical expertise with a commitment to understanding each client's unique needs and delivering practical, reliable solutions.
Why join us?
Because of our reputation as being a well-established regional CPA firm with a long history of serving businesses and individuals across Illinois. We offer a broad range of services—including tax, audit, accounting, payroll, retirement plans, and business consulting—which would allow for growth and continued development of technical skills.
JOB DETAILS
Looking for a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with over 10 years of progressive experience specializing in federal and state taxation for individuals, corporations, partnerships, S corporations, trusts, and nonprofit organizations.
- Extensive expertise in tax planning, compliance, research, and consulting, ensuring adherence to federal and multi-state tax regulations while identifying opportunities to minimize tax liabilities and maximize client savings.
- Skilled in preparing and reviewing complex tax returns, responding to IRS and state tax notices, representing clients during audits, and staying current with evolving tax laws and regulatory changes.
- Proven ability to manage a diverse client portfolio, build long-term client relationships, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver accurate, timely, and strategic tax solutions.
- Recognized for exceptional analytical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to providing high-quality client service while meeting demanding deadlines in fast-paced public accounting environments.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
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INTRODUCTION
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Dana Stark. Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume.
SALARY
Salary: $95,000 - $105,000 per year
A bit about us:
We are a trusted public accounting firm dedicated to helping individuals, businesses, and organizations achieve their financial goals through personalized, high-quality service. With decades of experience, the firm provides a comprehensive range of services, including tax planning and preparation, audit and assurance, accounting, payroll, retirement plan administration, and business consulting. Built on a foundation of integrity, professionalism, and lasting client relationships, we combine technical expertise with a commitment to understanding each client's unique needs and delivering practical, reliable solutions.
Why join us?
Because of our reputation as being a well-established regional CPA firm with a long history of serving businesses and individuals across Illinois. We offer a broad range of services—including tax, audit, accounting, payroll, retirement plans, and business consulting—which would allow for growth and continued development of technical skills.
JOB DETAILS
Looking for a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with over 10 years of progressive experience specializing in federal and state taxation for individuals, corporations, partnerships, S corporations, trusts, and nonprofit organizations.
- Extensive expertise in tax planning, compliance, research, and consulting, ensuring adherence to federal and multi-state tax regulations while identifying opportunities to minimize tax liabilities and maximize client savings.
- Skilled in preparing and reviewing complex tax returns, responding to IRS and state tax notices, representing clients during audits, and staying current with evolving tax laws and regulatory changes.
- Proven ability to manage a diverse client portfolio, build long-term client relationships, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver accurate, timely, and strategic tax solutions.
- Recognized for exceptional analytical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to providing high-quality client service while meeting demanding deadlines in fast-paced public accounting environments.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy.
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Senior Level Certified Public Accountant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level certified public accountant job?
Employers hiring at this level look for an active CPA license, a demonstrated record of leading audits, complex tax engagements, or financial reporting work, and experience mentoring junior staff. Candidates who can point to specific technical challenges they resolved and decisions they owned tend to stand out. Depth in a specialty such as international tax, public company audits, or forensic accounting strengthens your case further.
Which companies hire senior level certified public accountants?
Companies hiring senior level certified public accountants right now include Jobot, Capstone, and FujiFilm, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide range of employers, including national accounting firms, large corporations with internal tax and audit functions, and financial services organizations managing complex regulatory requirements.
Are there remote senior level certified public accountant jobs?
Yes, remote and hybrid options are available at this level, though availability varies by employer and practice area. About 25% of senior level certified public accountant openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, making it a realistic option for experienced candidates who prefer flexibility. Tax advisory and advisory-focused roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility compared to audit-heavy positions.
What makes a certified public accountant role senior level?
Senior level certified public accountant roles involve owning engagements end to end rather than executing assigned tasks. At this stage, you are expected to manage client relationships, sign off on technical judgments, guide less experienced staff through complex issues, and take accountability for deliverable quality. The scope is broader, the technical standards are higher, and the expectation is that you operate with minimal supervision on substantive accounting, audit, or tax work.
Which industries hire the most senior level certified public accountants?
Senior Level certified public accountant roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Accounting & Auditing, and Staffing & Recruiting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they manage high volumes of complex financial transactions, face significant regulatory reporting obligations, and require experienced accounting professionals who can own technical decisions independently.