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Distinct
Senior Tax Associate
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What they do
A Tax Specialist is responsible for documenting all stages of the accounting cycle in order to prepare Federal, State and local tax returns. Will review data prior to preparing the returns, prepare and file returns and will also provide background documentation in case of an audit.
$81,538 / year median in Illinois
-2% projected decline
Job Description
You know what's frustrating? The more experience you gain, the less control you seem to have over how you actually work. This firm takes a different approach. You'll have a say in your workload, half day Fridays throughout the summer, and outside of busy season the team returns to a 40 hour week. This is a 25 person CPA firm where you'll work closely with Partners, build genuine client relationships, and see far more than one small piece of the puzzle. The client base includes small businesses, agriculture, trusts, estates, and individual clients, so the work stays varied. You'll review returns, support year end accounting, help clients understand what their numbers are actually telling them, and continue building your review experience rather than getting stuck preparing returns forever. Whether you work remotely, in a hybrid setup, or from the office, you'll be trusted to manage your time while staying connected to the team. With Partner retirements already on the horizon, this isn't just another Senior Tax Associate role. It's a genuine opportunity to step into more responsibility now and position yourself for Partnership in the future. What they're looking for Public accounting tax experience Experience reviewing individual, business, trust, and estate returns Comfortable supporting year end bookkeeping adjustments Someone who enjoys variety and building long term client relationships Why people make the move Half day Fridays throughout the summer 40 hour weeks outside of busy season Remote or hybrid working Broad generalist work across a wide range of clients Direct access to Partners More review responsibility and client exposure A genuine path towards Partnership A collaborative 25 person team where your contribution is recognised If you're just browsing the job boards and you haven't dusted off your resume yet, that's not a problem. Give me a call first on 312-564-5028. Or, if you prefer, send me a connection request or message on LinkedIn (Lucy Weibel at Distinct), and we can chat there instead. If you're in accounting and unsure whether to apply because you don't meet every single requirement, I would still encourage you to apply. We work with CPA firms that are committed to building diverse, inclusive workplaces, and if this role is not quite right, there is a good chance I will be working on another opportunity that is.