A Tax Manager manages tax reporting and advises on tax planning for a company. Maintains current knowledge of federal, state and local tax codes and ensure that company tax filings are in compliance with the law. Manages tax accounting staff.
$130,000•$160,000 per year Job Details•Key Responsibilities and Duties Manage a full portfolio of business and individual tax clients from planning through final delivery Review complex tax returns including partnerships (1065), S corps (1120S), C corps (1120), individual returns (1040), fiduciary and trust returns (1041), and gift tax returns (709) when applicable Research and resolve complex federal and state tax issues Provide proactive tax planning and consulting to clients Build and maintain strong, lasting client relationships as a trusted advisor Supervise, mentor, and develop Tax Seniors and Staff Accountants through training and review Review staff work for technical accuracy and firm quality standards Manage multiple engagements, budgets, and deadlines through busy season and beyond Identify opportunities to improve client tax strategies and firm efficiency Partner with firm leadership on special projects and practice development Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting required CPA license required or actively in process Minimum of 8 years of recent public accounting tax experience Experience supervising and mentoring staff Strong background reviewing complex business and individual tax returns Working knowledge of pass through entities, trusts, estates, and high net worth individual taxation Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while keeping client service front and center
Preferred:
Experience with closely held businesses across varied industries Strong tax planning and consulting background Experience with CCH, UltraTax, ProSystem fx, or similar tax software Track record of building long term client relationships that support firm growth A bit about us:•Founded nearly four decades ago and based in the Chicago area, we are a full service public accounting firm built around personalized service and long term relationships. We work with privately held businesses, high net worth individuals, trusts, estates, and nonprofit organizations across a wide range of industries. Our culture is collaborative rather than siloed, and we genuinely value giving our people direct access to firm leadership, room to grow technically, and a seat at the table with clients rather than staying buried in returns. We've built our reputation over the years on quality work and real relationships, and we're looking for someone who wants to grow with us, not just clock in. Why join us?•401(k) with
Company Match Comprehensive Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Generous PTO and Paid Holidays Collaborative Work Environment:
Direct access to firm leadership and a genuinely team first culture
Hybrid Flexibility:
Work life balance built into the role, not just a talking point
Career Growth:
Clear path for long term advancement within a stable, well regarded firm #accounting-finance #cpa #hnwi #pass-through #tier6
