About Founder's CPA

Founder's CPA was founded in 2017 and is now an industry-leading accounting firm located in Chicago that focuses on outsourced accounting, tax, and CFO services for venture-backed startups. We refuse to accept the inefficient and burdensome “old school” approach to accounting and offer a modern approach that improves the client experience. This approach enables us to provide deeper and more meaningful value in our role as a trusted advisor.

We're looking for curious and reliable team members who share our values (see below) to join the team!

What We Value

We value diversity and the unique perspectives and strengths each team member brings to our firm. Together, we work in alignment with our 5 core values:

• \ #FIOTA (Figure it out then ask) - By embracing an entrepreneurial mindset, you can exhibit a natural curiosity to develop answers to questions and understand why one way could be better than another.
• Authentic Relationships - Care deeply for others, but be willing to challenge them directly to be the best version of themselves, while also embracing constructive feedback as an opportunity to grow.
• Accountability - Produce a product that you're proud of, but know your own limitations. Trust in your coworkers' abilities and the reliability of others.
• Teach Others to Fish - Share knowledge while being a thoughtful communicator. Be patient, understanding, and aware that everyone may not be as capable as you are.
• Thoughtful Communication - Communication should strive to be appropriately delivered, timely, thorough, and solutions-focused.

Learn more about what our team members and clients have to say about us here.

Responsibilities

****As a valued member of our team, you will work across a variety of service areas to deliver exceptional client service. Sample responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Bookkeeping activities for a variety of clients across multiple interesting industries
• Assistance in executing month-end close processes
• Processing payroll and expense reports
• Preparing client financial reports
• Bank reconciliations
• Bill pay & invoicing
• Coordinating supporting documentation for general ledger transactions
• Preparation & submission of sales tax filings for state and local compliance
• Preparation of corporate 1120 tax returns
• Preparation of partnership 1065 tax returns
• Preparation of S-Corporation tax returns
• Preparation of individual 1040 tax returns and Schedule C

Desired Technical Skillset

****The ideal candidate exhibits the following skills and/or characteristics:

• Understanding of basic accounting and taxation principles
• Experience with Quickbooks Online and/or Xero a plus
• Proficiency with Excel
• Familiarity with Bill.com, Gusto, HubDoc, Melio, Intuit Tax Online, Axcess Tax, Slack a plus
• Willingness to learn new skills
• Ability to work autonomously
• Attention to detail
• Problem-solving skills
• Professionalism and commitment to excellence

Perks

• Casual dress
• Flexible work hours
• Competitive compensation
• Autonomy of work and ability to grow within the company
• Exposure to interesting and fun startups

Timing

****Start Date: No later than 6/3/2024 (but can be earlier if desired)

End Date: Between 8/2/2024 and 9/27/2024, depending on school schedule)

Compensation

****This position will start off with approximately 30-40 hours a week, paid hourly. Opportunity for ongoing work throughout the school year for the right candidate on a part-time basis. In addition, remote working could be considered after an initial month-long onboarding.

Other

Founder's CPA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.