NAPERVILLE, IL--(Marketwire -01/09/12)- Sikich LLP, a leading public accounting and advisory firm, has been recognized by the National Association for Business Resources (NABR) as one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For™ in the country.
"Our employees are our most valuable asset," said Janel O'Connor, Director of Human Capital. "Receiving the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For™ award reflects the commitment and determination of the firm to implement the best HR practices and leading employment standards in order to deliver a unique and inspiring employment experience."
Since its beginning, Sikich has fostered a unique culture of innovation and employee empowerment. With seven offices in three states, Sikich has maintained a unique local feel in each location but with the benefits of a large company. All Sikich employees have access to not only a core set of benefits, such as medical, insurance and a 401(k), but also to domestic partner insurance, flexible work schedules, a fitness reimbursement program, paid paternal and adoption leave, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, and an employee assistance program.
The firm's new corporate headquarters in Naperville, IL was designed to enhance the firm's dynamic and collaborative culture while also allowing employees to craft their perfect workspace away from their desks. With more than 20 conference rooms and numerous on-the-fly meeting areas with comfy couches and funky chairs, there is never a shortage of places to brainstorm. Plus, employees are encouraged to gab with their coworkers at multiple coffee stations and in the game room. And when employees need a change of scenery, they can move to the treadmill workstations where they can walk, type, and enjoy the view all at the same time.
"We have a very hard-working, high-performing employee base, and we feel strongly about providing the best possible environment for them," said Jim Sikich, CEO and Managing Partner.
The environment is also meant to create transparency. There are glass walls on each office and conference room to invite others to stop in and chat and even an IT command center where employees and clients can watch the magic happen.
The new facility also offers an on-site cafeteria, a gym, garden plots, a walking path, a Starbucks, and a sundries shop. Plus, Pace provides transportation to and from the Metra. However, you don't have to be in the office to collaborate. Through a company-wide instant messaging system and an internal social network, every employee is connected no matter the person's location.
This recognition is just coming off the heels of recognition among the Chicago Tribune's Top 100 Workplaces award.
"In 2012, we plan to invest even more in our employees through Sikich University," O'Connor said. "This educational program will help employees improve their skills and knowledge in many areas and assist Sikich in becoming a learning organization."
About Sikich LLP
Sikich LLP is a nationally-ranked top 50 public accounting and consulting firm providing public accounting and tax services, operations and management consulting, entrepreneurial services, information technology products and services, investment banking, human resource services, graphic design and marketing services, retirement plan services, and wealth management. With more than 375 employees and offices in Naperville, Chicago, Decatur, Rockford, and Springfield, Illinois; Indianapolis, Indiana; and St. Louis, Missouri, Sikich serves individuals; small and middle market companies; governmental entities; and not-for-profit organizations. Learn more at www.sikich.com.
Securities are offered through Sikich Corporate Finance LLC, a registered broker dealer with the Securities Exchange Commission and a member of FINRA/SIPC. Advisory services offered through Sikich Financial, a Registered Investment Advisor. General securities offered through Triad Advisors, Member FINRA/SIPC.
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