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Distinct Recruitment
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Tax Manager Distinct Recruitment - 4.5 Frankfort, IL Job Details Full-time $130,000 - $160,000 a year 3 days ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Professional development assistance Opportunities for advancement Flexible schedule Life insurance Retirement plan Paid sick time Qualifications Tax return preparation CPA Trust administration Enrolled Agent Estate planning Full Job Description Tax Manager Estate and Gift Tax Manager Remore or Hybrid within south suburbs of Chicagoland Estate and gift work is niche. Which means if you've got it, you're usually the go to person where you are. The problem is, that doesn't always come with the flexibility or autonomy you'd expect. This role is built around both. You'll be joining a dedicated HNW and family office team within a firm in Illinois of around 90 people. You'll work closely with two Partners who lead this area, so you're in the detail, involved in conversations, and not sat behind layers. The role itself is hands on and client facing. You'll be preparing and reviewing estate tax returns (706), gift tax returns (709), and fiduciary returns (1041). You'll work closely with trust administrators, attorneys, and clients on estate and trust administration, and be involved in reviewing trust and estate documents. It's not just compliance either. You'll be part of the planning side, helping clients understand their position and acting as a trusted advisor to HNW individuals and families on complex tax matters. Gift tax experience is essential. If you haven't worked on 709s, this won't be the right fit. They're open on level. Strong senior stepping up or Manager both work here. The team is already set up for remote. A few people in this group are fully remote, including those leading it. You're welcome in the office if you want it, but there's no expectation. Where this stands out is the flexibility. Not the kind that gets mentioned in interviews and disappears once you start. People here manage their own schedules. There's a genuine understanding of life outside of work. On top of that, you've got: Summer Fridays from mid May to mid August Office closed between Christmas and New Year Extra days off after each deadline Full benefits including 401k, CPA support and bonus pool They're looking to build this area further once this hire is made, so there's room to grow with it rather than stepping into something fixed. You'll need your CPA, EA or Attorney. You'll also need focused estate and gift experience, and a solid understanding of estate, trust and gift planning. If you want to stay in this niche but do it somewhere that actually gives you flexibility, this is worth a conversation.. 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. She'll be happy to tell you more about the firm, the job and the prospects before you commit further. Imogen Talbot-Slack is a Recruiter with Distinct Recruitment. She's been recruiting in finance for over 9 years, with a focus on public accounting firms across Illinois and Indiana. Think you only have 87% of the required experience? Perfect - apply anyway. 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.