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Business Personal Property Accountant

Flanagan - Bilton LLC
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/19/2026

Flanagan | Bilton is seeking a Junior Accountant to provide compliance support for our Business Personal Property Tax practice. The primary function of this role is the accurate and timely preparation and filing of Business Personal Property (BPP) tax returns for our clients. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proficient with data, and capable of managing multiple deadlines.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and file Business Personal Property (BPP) tax returns for clients in various jurisdictions.
  • Process and validate client-provided fixed asset data for accuracy and completeness.
  • Calculate depreciation expenses for tax reporting purposes.
  • Reconcile client fixed asset sub-ledgers to general ledger accounts.
  • Maintain organized workpapers and supporting documentation for all client filings.
  • Research jurisdictional filing requirements and deadlines.
  • Assist with responses to client inquiries and tax notices



Desired Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP and PivotTables.
  • High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments to meet strict deadlines.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.



Preferred Experience (Not Required):

  • Experience in accounting or tax preparation.
  • Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite).



Compensation and Benefits:

  • Competitive salary starting at $65,000, commensurate with experience
  • 120 hours of PTO after a 90-day probation period
  • Typically, 17 paid holidays per year.
  • Employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums for the employee.
  • 3% employer 401k contribution after two years of employment.
  • Business casual dress code, with exceptions based on assigned tasks.
  • Team-oriented work environment.
  • Annual performance reviews.

 

Additional Information:
This job description outlines the primary duties and qualifications for the role. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, and duties may evolve to meet the needs of the firm. A pre-employment background check is required.

 

If you are a motivated, organized, and professional individual with a passion for accounting work, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity to join our team and contribute to our success!


Salary : $65,000

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