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Creative Financial Staffing
Arlington Heights, IL (In Person)
$82,500 Salary, Full-Time
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Tax Accountant Arlington Heights, IL $75,000 — $90,000 Posted 3 hours ago Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA Tax Accountant $75,000 - $90,000 Base Salary Our client is a fast-growing firm that is expanding its internal tax function and seeking a Tax Accountant to join the team. This newly created position is ideal for a well-rounded tax professional who enjoys variety in their work, exposure to multiple entity types, and a mix of compliance and advisory responsibilities—without the demands of traditional public accounting schedules. Why Consider This Opportunity for the Tax Accountant? Rapidly growing organization with strong expansion plans Excellent work-life balance and positive, collaborative culture Broad, hands-on tax role with exposure across multiple entity types and projects Semi-annual bonus structure (twice-yearly payouts) Opportunity to help build and shape an expanding in-house tax function Supportive, team-oriented environment with strong long-term potential Key Responsibilities for the Tax Accountant Prepare federal and state tax returns for individuals, partnerships, trusts, and corporations Assist with tax provisions and compliance reporting at the federal and state levels Conduct tax research and support tax planning and strategy initiatives Monitor changes in tax legislation and assist in implementing required updates Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local tax regulations Support IRS audits, special projects, and broader tax planning efforts Participate in ongoing training and maintain awareness of evolving tax regulations Qualifications for the Tax Accountant Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field (CPA or Master's in Taxation preferred) 2+ years of tax experience, including preparation of federal and state returns Strong understanding of tax compliance processes and tax software systems Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general Office applications Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams Ability to manage multiple projects independently in a deadline-driven environment EB-1719261625