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CPA Professional Services Firm
Tax Associate/Experienced Tax Associate (Part-Time to Full-Time Path)
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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
About Us We are a premier, boutique CPA firm with close-knit professionals based in the Lisle/Naperville, IL area. Our firm specializes in high-complexity U.S. and international taxation, cross-border tax consulting, and Canadian client services. We pride ourselves on a highly differentiated, elite level of client service. We leverage cutting-edge tax technology to ensure a seamless, smoother remote work environment for our team. Our Culture We believe in a nurturing and supportive environment where your professional needs and training are fully backed by leadership. We deeply emphasize work/life balance, offering a mostly remote work setup with occasional in-office time to connect and align. If you are looking to escape the rigid corporate grind of giant firms while continuing to solve sophisticated tax puzzles, you will fit into the Firm Culture. The Opportunity & Growth Path We are looking for a dedicated professional looking to grow their tax career within a small, supportive firm. This position begins as a flexible part-time role (20 to 30 hours per week)— ideal for managing life's other commitments while building technical mastery—with a structured, clear path to a permanent, full-time career. Because we are a growing boutique firm, your growth opportunity here is purely vertical. We are looking for an individual who wants to advance through a defined career ladder: Tax Associate >Experienced Tax Associate>Light Tax Senior>Tax Senior>Light Manager>Manager>Senior Tax Manager>Junior Partner. What You Will Do Prepare and review average to complex U.S. individual tax returns. Assist with specialized compliance for expatriates (U.S. citizens abroad) and inpatriates (foreign nationals in the U.S.). Gain exposure to cross-border tax consulting projects and Canadian cross-border compliance from a U.S. tax perspective. Engage in deep tax technical research with guidance and training to provide customized tax solutions to U.S. and international clients. Leverage advanced digital tools to collaborate effectively in a remote environment. Deliver highly personalized communication and service to our clients.