Senior Tax Associate 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 750 East Boughton Road, Bolingbrook, IL 60440 Hybrid work $75,000
- $90,000 a year
- Full-time Distinct Recruitment 2 reviews $75,000
- $90,000 a year
- Full-time Senior Tax Accountant Up to $90,000 + Bonus Not everyone wants the structure of a mid or large CPA firm.
Some people genuinely enjoy the feel of a smaller office. Knowing the clients. Being part of a close knit team. Getting involved in a bit of everything rather than sitting in one narrow lane. That is exactly what this role offers. This independent CPA firm of less than 30 people is looking for a Senior Tax Accountant to join the team. They are looking for someone who enjoys both the technical tax and accounting side of the work and wants to be part of a firm where people tend to stay. The client base is broad, made up primarily of closely held businesses and individuals, which keeps the work varied. You will be involved in both tax and accounting work, building relationships with clients and becoming a trusted part of their wider picture rather than only seeing one piece of the process. This probably is not the role for someone chasing rapid promotions through multiple management layers or wanting the structure of a much larger firm. But if you enjoy variety, like being challenged technically, and prefer the relationship side of public accounting, there is plenty here to keep you engaged. Because that is often the reality of a good smaller firm. You may not have layers of management above you, but you get broader exposure, closer client relationships, and work that keeps you thinking rather than repeating the same thing every day. The environment itself is a big part of what makes this different. Small, collaborative, and genuinely down to earth. The sort of team that gets together for happy hour drinks every Friday at 2pm, where people know each other properly, and yes, occasionally there is a dog in the office too from someone who fosters them. This is mainly an onsite role because collaboration and being around the team matters here. But they are also realistic. If you have an appointment, need flexibility around life, or need to adjust your hours to avoid rush hour, there is trust and understanding rather than clock watching.
Key details:
Senior level tax and accounting role with hands on exposure across both areas Broad client base of businesses and individuals keeping the work varied Mainly onsite, with flexibility and trust around hours when needed Technical tax and accounting work that keeps things varied and challenging Salary up to $90,000 for the right person plus discretionary bonus If you enjoy the feel of a smaller firm, like variety, and want work that keeps you challenged without losing the personal side of public accounting, this is the sort of environment where people tend to settle in and stay. Interested? Not ready with a resume? Or want a bit more information before applying? No problem. You can still apply the old-fashioned way, or just reach out to start a conversation with Imogen via LinkedIn or the Distinct Recruitment website or contact her cell at 312-584-9844. She'll be happy to tell you more about the firm, the job and the prospects before you commit further. Think you only have 87% of the required experience? Perfect
The CPA firms we partner with want diverse, interesting people, not corporate clones stamped from the same tedious mould. Don't overthink it. The worst outcome is a pleasant conversation about your career. The best? Well, that's where it gets rather exciting.
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INDILL Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$75,000.00
00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) matching Continuing education credits Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance Work from home
License/Certification:
CPA (Preferred)
Work Location:
Hybrid remote in Bolingbrook, IL 60440
